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Do You Believe In Getting Annual Physical Examinations?

I was wondering how many people have an annual Physical Examination with their Primary Care Physician ? An annual exam usually consist of a general body examination and blood work to screen your body functions and metabolic levels.

A CBC is ordered to check Hematology which consist of cell count, WBC's, RBC's, Hemoglobin, Hematocrit, Platelet count, etc.

For Metabolic Screening, A Chem 7, Chem 12 or a BMP is order.
This can consist of screening for levels of potassium, chloride, creatinine, sodium, cholesterol etc., and can include what is referred as a Hepatic Function Panel to screen Liver functions, and a Lipid Profile which screens Heart functionality.

Please Tell Me Do you Get A Routine Annual Examination and If you feel its necessary.

IF YOU ARE TRANSGENDER, PLEASE RESPOND TO THE GENDER YOU IDENTIFY WITH

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twshield 8 Feb 13
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If I was in any risk categories or had any family history, I'd vote differently. My concern is that, based on previous experience, they find "something" that ends up being a false positive, which is not worth the stress.

@twshield I understand. The "bad experiences" (I know, poor pitiful me) had long-lasting effects. It seems that some/many docs are part of the assembly-line medical movement. Yes, I know that is largely driven by insurance companies. But I have left appointments in tears because of the false positives and the rude manner in which they were handled. If I could find a practitioner who would just talk to me, everything would be different. I think insurance companies have ruined medicine.

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I get a physical every 6 months..being a cancer survivor that goes without saying..I also see my E.N.T and Radiologist every 6 months..

@twshield thanksTW..

@twshield indeed y'all are!

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I try to stay out of the USA healthcare system as much as possible. I only go to a doctor when I have no other choices. They will either find something wrong with you or they will kill you trying.

@twshield I am 80 years old and I am ready to exit on any given day.

@twshield I did not say or imply that I didn't. I said that I am ready on the day I leave, whether today, next month or on my 100th b'day.

Exactly.

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Given that I am permanently disabled and on Medicare and Medicaid, I'm going to take full advantage of it. I paid into the system for over 40 years, you bet I'm going to utilize it.
I have several issues which I deal with, and having survived cancer once, I'm going to stay
on top of as much as I can. That I can still access reasonably good healthcare, for the time being, is something I take seriously. I also know, that if 45 and Ryan get their way, I may not have access for very much longer. I'm going to get as much done as possible.

@twshield I agree with you, and I will never understand how most people continue to support republicans or 45.

I was covered for my cancer treatments by MassHealth..which A.C.A is based on..if the Teathuglicans destroy it and Medicare..I'll still jave MassHealth..thank goodness.

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Nice tap on our shoulder to nudge for preventative health!

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I think it's necessary. I get blood work a couple of times a year pretty much. If I didn't, I wouldn't have found out I had low vitamin D levels. I also had skin cancer on my right cheek, but that was pretty obviously a problem that could be seen. I just think it's important to catch potential problems early so they can be taken care of. I never had any problems until I turned 35 lol. I even had my first cavity then.

@twshield I'm pretty good now. No skin cancer. That was 4 years ago. I had my second kidney stone in March of 2017. My first one was 3 years before that. I drink about 3-5 liters of water a day and take something that's supposed to alkalize my urine. If I get another one I'm thinking it will mimic the 3 year spacing. Hopefully I don't get another one at all. It's excruciating pain. I tend to get low vitamin D if I don't take supplements. I can't really sunbath much with my pale skin lol. I do have to have all four of my wisdom teeth pulled on Tuesday though lol. More fun.

@twshield I also have a degenerative disc in my back. Living is painful lol. I hope your back pain is just some regular wear and tear.

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I get one every year and sometimes two if I don't have any complaints. And especially as you get older I think it's important.

@twshield, I meant to say... "OR every two years, if I don't have any complaints."

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It’d be nice if it wasn’t financially prohibited.

Hence my skipping a year here and there.

And my skipping the last 17 years. @jayneonacobb

@NothinnXpreVails damn, might want to remedy that.

Fuck it, who cares? @jayneonacobb

@NothinnXpreVails you might in a time.

Got to value your life, first. @jayneonacobb

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I only go to the doctor if I'm sick.

I've been 2 times in the last 10 years. One time was a work related injury (worker's comp) and the other hives. Both have occurred in the last 6 months.

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I'm not quite annual, but almost. I miss a year here and there.

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I get them.

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I am on Medicare which since the passage of the ACA provides a free annual physical with no copay required. I refer to it as my annual argument. The Dr. weighs in, I counter and we agree to disagree for another twelve months. BTW I have a great doc.

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I have Medicare and probably could, but I do not think it matters unless you have issues going on. I do believe in paying attention to your body and all of its signals, including the brain. If there is anything, guys, pay attention and get it looked at.

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I just turned 50, so yes, I want to live a healthy long and productive life. Catching something early on can make all the difference in the world.

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I'm at an age where I welcome trips to the doctor, including annual physicals. I get medical exams and screenings often, and am happy to keep my blood work closely monitored. I'm lucky to have amazing insurance.

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Annual exams are a good thing. Except when, as a male, you are getting that prostate exam and you realize the doctor has both hands on your shoulder! (Okay, that was a joke). But at the last exam I had with my old doctor he asked, in front of his receptionist "one finger or two" I asked if he was buying me dnner after or not". He said no and I said one. His receptionist didn't even blink.

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Why wouldn't I? It is free with my medicare provider. I t is important at my(or any) age to know what is going on with my body. Unfortunately, my favorite primary care physician has retired.

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I have no idea what it must be like to have a system like my friends across the pond . Luckily our National Health Service is completely free for everyone . We have the added advantage that prescriptions are free if medically necessary for life or you are over sixty . I dread to think how much the cost of my emergency care and subsequent treatments cost .

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Mos def. Especially as I get older.

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Actually. As I am a stroke survivor .... Twice a year .

@twshield So am I ! Thankyou . Colonoscopy and endoscopy just before Christmas too, just screening and no problems , good to know though .

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If it ain't broke , I don't bother looking under the hood I guess . . . .

Dougy Level 7 Feb 13, 2018
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I certainly think it's for the best, but I don't always do what is for the best, or I forget.

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I didn’t get an exam for ten years. Then I found out I had Cervical cancer. I was very lucky, it was stage 0. I now go to the doctor a few times a year (mostly for neurological stuff).

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At least 3 a year for me... to get my meds straight.

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We only get one body (as far as I know), so if we don't take care of it - where will we live ?

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