5 Health Symptoms Men Should Watch Out For
When was the last time you went in for your annual checkup? In honor of Men's Health Month, I want to discuss the importance of paying attention to your body and visiting your primary care physician on a regular basis. If you're healthy, a yearly visit might be sufficient but if you have a family history of any disease, have a pre-existing condition, or have suffered an injury, you may have to follow up with a doctor or specialist more often. A doctor's visit is as much a part of a healthy lifestyle as clean eating and consistent exercise. If you have any issues or symptoms, especially any of the below, don't be afraid to speak up and let your doctor know.
Back Pain
Whether it's a muscle ache or sharp tension, back pain can be a symptom of serious health issues. It may indicate a spinal or muscle injury, the onset of kidney stones, infection, inflammation (like arthritis) or even cancer, when a tumor metastasizes to the spine. The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases recommends seeing a doctor when you have back pain after a fall or injury, prolonged pain that doesn't subside, numbness, tingling, or back pain accompanied by other symptoms, such as trouble urinating, numbness in the legs, or unintentional weight loss.
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Erectile Dysfunction
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Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
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