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We have all experienced different levels of discomfort from time to time, be it a migraine, a constant elbow pain, or sore eyes. More likely than not, we would choose to ignore these warning signals from our body and think that they will disappear soon. Our body might work like a well-oiled machine in the prime of our life, but unavoidably it has wear and tear as we age. In fact, regardless of our age, gender and health history, it is crucial for us to get to the bottom of the real causes of these symptoms. And the best way to do it is via regular health check-ups.<\/span><\/p>\n

In this article by <\/span>Pacific Prime Thailand<\/span><\/a>, we will take a look at why health check-ups are important, what tests are usually included, how to get prepared and interpret the body check-ups results.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Why are regular health check-ups recommended?<\/span><\/h2>\n

\u201cAn ounce of prevention is still worth more than a pound of cure.\u201d – as cliche as it may sound, annual physical examinations are indeed the best ways to find out your body\u2019s weak spots, identify risk factors for chronic disease, and detect illnesses that have little apparent symptoms. This is especially true if you smoke, drink, or have hereditary health conditions. Early detection of a medical issue gives you the upper hand so you can apply the right remedy ahead of time and get successful treatments before your health conditions deteriorate. Plus, health check-ups also give you and your family the peace of mind, no matter if you are diagnosed with any disease or not.<\/span><\/p>\n

What kind of tests does a health check-up usually include?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Thailand is home to a broad spectrum of private and public hospitals, hence there are also countless health check-up packages on the market, each with different prices and scope of benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n

As varied as they might be, some common health tests include assessment of your <\/span>blood pressure, glucose levels, cholesterol levels, weight and body mass index (BMI), complete blood count, kidney function, liver function, urinalysis, chest X-ray, and electrocardiogram. <\/span><\/p>\n

Women can opt to include Pap smears, mammograms, and bone density tests while men can choose rectal exams.<\/span><\/p>\n

Apart from gender factors, you may also add other tests according to your needs, such as eye checks, hearing tests, abdominal ultrasound, etc. Naturally, the more tests you choose to undertake and the older you are, the pricer the packages are gonna be.<\/span><\/p>\n

How should I prepare for the health check-up?<\/span><\/h2>\n

After you have scheduled your health examination, you should get ready for the check-ups by taking the measures as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n