Going
to see the doctor, or any variation of a doctor, can be short on your
list of tasks you need to tackle. But to have awesome health, it is
vital to make appointments with a few doctors.
From
your family doctor to an occupational therapist, let’s outline the
who, what for, and how often to keep you and your family healthy and
happy year-round.
Schedule
At Least One Visit To Your Family Doctor
Visiting
your family doctor may only be reserved for moments when you are
sick. But to ensure awesome health, make those visits yearly,
especially around flu and cold season.
The
annual family doctor visit is essential for a number of reasons. One
important one is to do your yearly check-up. This consists of blood
testing, blood
pressure check, height, and weight metrics. Doing this allows
your family doctor to get a clear picture year-over-year of how your
health is going.
If
you suffer from chronic illness, a more than once a year visit to
your family doctor may be needed. But at least try to make a visit
annually. If you don’t have a family doctor, consider asking
friends and family for recommendations.
Is
It Time To See A Proctologist?
This
is definitely a doctor visit many people tend to shy from, but maybe
it is time to reconsider. Proctologists can perform a variety of
tests and procedures, like a colonoscopy, to ensure awesome health.
“You
should see a proctologist once every 10 years if you are not at risk
for colon cancer, or other chronic illnesses related to the colon,”
Dr. Richard Honaker, Chief Medical Advisor at Your
Doctors Online explained. “After you turn 50, be sure to go in
for a check-up every five years, regardless of family history and
risk factors.”
Not
sure where to find a proctologist? This makes having a family doctor
vital, because you can ask him or her for a referral.
Get
Your Pearly Whites Checked
There
is a very select group of people on the planet that enjoy going to
the dentist. If you are not in that group, you may be avoiding that
yearly dental appointment like the plague. This is common, but not
recommended.
In
fact, some researchers suggest that good oral health is connected to
good overall health. According to the American
Dental Association, “Several studies link chronic inflammation
from periodontitis with the development of cardiovascular problems.
Some evidence suggests that oral bacteria may be linked to heart
disease, arterial blockages and stroke.”
You
should aim to see the dentist every six months to ensure your teeth
are showing signs and symptoms of awesome health. The wide range of
important family
dental services include, teeth cleanings, x-rays to find
cavities, checking for gum disease, teeth enamel decay, fillings, and
more.
Schedule
An Occupational Therapist Appointment
Feeling
a bit stressed? Not an uncommon occurrence among people today. Seeing
an occupational therapist can help, and it could be just what the
doctor ordered when it comes to awesome
mental health. You can also improve your physical health with
consistent visits to an occupational therapist as well.
From
injury recovery to simply improving your daily life, an occupational
therapist can be a very useful asset for you and your family. How
often you make a visit depends on what you may need. Your therapist
will be able to give you a plan after your first visit.
Visit
A Dermatologist For Awesome Skin Health
The
number of skin cancer cases has increased from 14.1 percent to 23
percent from 1992 to 2015, according to the National
Cancer Institute. This increase makes seeing a dermatologist
important to maintaining awesome health.
Dermatologists
are also quite useful for skin conditions, skin sun care for you and
your family, aging wrinkles and spots, as well as getting medical
advice about acne. To ensure your skin is healthy, you should try to
see a dermatologist at least once a year. If you have moles or other
suspicious skin issues, see one sooner, rather than later.
In
Conclusion . . .
To
achieve and maintain awesome health, whether mental or physical, it
is absolutely important to see a doctor once in a while. It may not
be the most exciting outing to schedule, but it certainly can have a
number of short and long-term benefits.
The
above doctor visits, and recommended timeframe to see each is simply
based on recommendations. If you feel like you may need to see or
talk to a doctor, do so to ensure your health is your number one
priority.
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