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In addition to the natural age-related changes that occur in the body, there is another danger - many people under the age of 40 already have chronic diseases that need to be diagnosed and treated.
First of all, you should not ignore medical examination. As statistics show, this is not just an "examination for a tick" - after medical examination, many people receive referrals for more detailed examinations. In particular, cancer began to be diagnosed more often in the early stages, which is very important.
Women after the age of 40 should visit a gynecologist twice a year, as well as make a diagnosis of the mammary glands. This should be done even if nothing bothers you. After the age of 40, the risk of developing breast and genital cancer increases significantly. During the menopause, it is recommended to see a cardiologist and an endocrinologist.
It is important to monitor the level of sugar and cholesterol in the blood. If you have no problems with this, then it is enough to take tests once every six months. If there are any deviations from the norm, you should follow the doctor's recommendations. Most likely, with small violations, you just need to change your diet to get everything back to normal.
Men after the age of 40 should visit a urologist at least once a year. In case of any symptoms from the genital system, you should consult a doctor as soon as possible. It is also important for men to undergo an examination by a cardiologist - the risk of cardiovascular diseases increases with age.
