The incidence of female breast cancer has nearly doubled to 61.66 per 100,000 in 10 years, and other cancers, such as cervical cancer, are also on the rise. The physiological and psychological factors such as unreasonable eating habits, lack of physical exercise, excessive work pressure and changes in hormone levels during menopause are all likely to trigger cancer. To avoid cancer attacks, women should not only pay more attention to regulation in daily life, but also make a lifelong medical checkup plan as early as possible and know the medical checkups and disease screening programs they should receive.
After 20 years old
1. Comprehensive medical checkup.
From 21 to 40 years old, at least every 2-3 years to do a comprehensive physical examination, after 40 years old, should be an annual physical examination. The examination includes blood sugar, blood lipids, thyroid function, liver and kidney function, ultrasound, etc.
2. Cervical TCT examination.
This test can detect early cervical cancer symptoms, and early detection can lead to higher cure rate. It is recommended to check it once a year starting from the age of 21. By the age of 30, if the results of 3 consecutive examinations are normal, then it is sufficient to check every 3 years until the age of 65. In this regard, experts believe that women in their twenties are usually infected with human papillomavirus in a transient manner, so the TCT test can be used.
3, sexually transmitted disease screening.
The annual number of new STD patients in the United States is about 19 million, nearly half of which are between the ages of 15 and 24. Untimely treatment of STDs may lead to infertility in some female patients. Sexually active, high-risk groups should be screened annually for HIV, chlamydia and gonorrhea.
4. Skin lesion screening.
Melanoma is the number one cause of cancer death in women aged 25-29 years. over the past 30 years, the incidence of melanoma among young women has increased by 50%. People with family history of melanoma should be screened for skin cancer once a year.
After the age of 30
5. HPV screening.
Starting at about age 30, women’s immunity begins to decline, making them more susceptible to HPV (human papillomavirus) infection. “HPV infection is a necessary factor in cervical cancer, and most sexually active women will become infected with this virus at some point.” Therefore, HPV testing should begin at age 30, and if results are normal, testing can be done every three years thereafter. The World Health Organization’s recommended ‘gold standard’ for detecting cervical cancer is to combine a Pap smear with an HPV test, which detects most viral infections.
6. Blood glucose testing.
Blood glucose testing can help detect the first signs of type 2 diabetes early. If you always feel thirsty, tired and experience weight loss, it is even more important to have a blood glucose test. The risk of diabetes increases with age. It is recommended to check blood sugar every three years after age 30 and annually after age 50.
After 40 years old
7. Blood lipid check.
After the age of 40, blood lipids should be checked every year. Smokers and people with a family history of hypertension, diabetes and heart disease should be checked more regularly.
After the age of 50
8.Mammogram.
The incidence of breast cancer increases with age. Among women aged 50-59, the chance of breast cancer is 2%; among women aged 60-69, the incidence of breast cancer is 3%. Experts recommend that mammograms be done every two years and that those with a family history of breast cancer be examined before the age of 40. If you find any change in breast size, shape or lump, you should go to the hospital immediately.
9. Colonoscopy.
Bowel cancer has the highest incidence in people aged 50 and above. Numerous studies have shown that screening colonoscopy starting at age 50 and every 10 years thereafter is a good way to detect intestinal lesions.