The doctor explained what annual examinations women of different ages need. Therapist Ryabkov: The list of necessary examinations varies depending on the woman’s age

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Women over the age of 21 should be checked regularly for cervical cancer; An ultrasound scan is sufficient to check for breast cancer until the age of 40, after which mammography is required. In this respect “RT” said Andrey Ryabkov, a therapist at online health management service Budu.

Women, including those who do not have any health complaints, must have a medical check-up every year starting from the age of 18. Among them is a gynecologist who must screen patients over 21 for cervical cancer. Height, weight, waist circumference and blood pressure should also be evaluated annually. Annual pelvic and breast ultrasound can help identify tumors and begin treatment in the early stages. Mammography is recommended after the age of 40.

Between the ages of 35 and 45, it is mandatory to have an annual complete blood test, mammography, ECG, lung x-ray and densitometry (bone density analysis) to monitor cholesterol, sugar, lipid levels. You should be checked for cancer by a gynecologist about every three years.

After 45 years, you should have an annual Pap test to check for cervical cancer, evaluate your predisposition to diabetes using blood tests, and have your heart and thyroid gland examined. In addition, examination of suspicious moles and colonoscopy are required.

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