{"id":179,"date":"2015-08-19T10:30:12","date_gmt":"2015-08-19T14:30:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=179"},"modified":"2022-11-11T15:01:18","modified_gmt":"2022-11-11T20:01:18","slug":"medical-tests-age-50","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/medical-tests-age-50\/","title":{"rendered":"7 medical tests to get when you turn 50"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To quote, Benjamin Franklin, \u201cAn ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,\u201d and there\u2019s a lot of truth in that statement. Medical tests and screenings are an integral part of maintaining overall wellness\u2014at any age, but even more so as we get older.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying on top of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/benefits-annual-doctor-checkups\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">annual check-ups<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> improves the chances of remaining in optimal health. And you can do your part by making sure to schedule and receive these recommended medical tests by age 50.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What should I expect from a 50-year-old health checkup?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A physical exam at any age will typically include a number of medical tests, like bloodwork, an assessment of your current health, and a discussion about treatment plans and medications. Establishing <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/things-should-not-keep-from-doctor\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">good communication<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with your doctor is important when it comes to your health.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Throughout this appointment, you should feel comfortable enough to discuss the subtle changes you notice in your aging journey. It is also a great time to approach more serious concerns, such as any knowledge of a family history of cancer or degenerative disease.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you turn 50, you will encounter additional tests and health screenings, as there are more concerns as you age.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Common health concerns for women over 50:\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Menopause\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cancer risk\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Memory loss\/brain fog\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obesity\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joint issues\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continence\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitality\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vascular health\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vision\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Common health concerns for men over 50:\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of libido\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obesity\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joint issues\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brain fog\/memory loss\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of muscle tone and function\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitality\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cancer risk\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stroke or cardiac risk factors\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vision\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the recommended medical tests by age 50?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The screening tests your doctor recommends vary by age, gender, and your specific family history. However, the most common screenings include:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Blood pressure check<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nearly 1 in 3 Americans suffers from high blood pressure, according to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/bloodpressure\/about.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Centers for Disease Control (CDC)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and about 1 in 5 of those affected are unaware that they have a problem. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, puts you at a drastically higher risk for a stroke, heart disease, kidney disease, and chronic heart failure\u2014which is why it\u2019s important to regularly get tested. The good news is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/ways-to-manage-high-blood-pressure-medication\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">blood pressure is a manageable condition<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if your results aren\u2019t as you\u2019d hope.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Bloodwork\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your doctor will order blood tests for things like blood sugar levels and a complete cholesterol profile.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When checking your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/high-triglycerides-treatment-options\/\"><b>cholesterol profile<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the doctor looks at two types of cholesterol: HDL and LDL. High LDL cholesterol levels (often called \u201cbad\u201d cholesterol) impede the flow of blood through the arteries in your body, which can eventually lead to chest pain, stroke, or heart attack if not properly addressed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High levels of this type of cholesterol usually result from an unhealthy diet, lack of exercise, subsequent weight gain, high blood glucose, and high blood pressure\u2014but not always. In some cases, genetics can play a large role, meaning anyone could be at risk regardless of lifestyle choices.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For your <\/span><b>blood glucose levels<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the doctor is checking for undiagnosed Type 2 diabetes. There are currently over 29 million adults in America with type II diabetes, and the <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/media\/releases\/2014\/p0610-diabetes-report.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CDC<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> says that 1 in 4 people are undiagnosed. Feeling fatigue, weight gain, increased hunger, and frequent urination may present as the initial symptoms. If detected early, diabetes can be successfully treated with simple modifications to your diet and lifestyle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Colorectal cancer screening\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ccalliance.org\/colorectal-cancer-information\/statistics-risk-factors\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Colon cancer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is more prevalent in those who are overweight, eat low fiber diets, and those with a family history. However, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org\/uspstf\/recommendation\/colorectal-cancer-screening\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">United States Preventive Services Task Force recommends<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> everyone between the ages of 50 and 75 receive screenings. A colonoscopy will likely be scheduled outside your regular exam as you will be given sedation and it requires specialized equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. Immunizations<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Around age 50, there are additional immunization recommendations from the CDC. They include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flu shot\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tetanus vaccine or booster\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pneumococcal vaccine\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shingles vaccine\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/vaccinations-older-adults\/\"><b>Vaccinations to consider when you turn 50<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Skin and mole check\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While skin checks are important at any age, the cases of skin cancer (melanoma) increase after the age of 50. Your healthcare provider will likely recommend this exam if you are high risk\u2014if you\u2019ve had skin cancer before, have a close relative who has, or if your skin is very fair. For a skin check, you can expect your primary care provider or dermatologist to look at the freckles and moles all over your body, including on your scalp and in between toes, to find any abnormalities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>6. Joint care assessment<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Did you know the average knee replacement surgery is performed <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/surgeryone.com\/sites\/default\/files\/9a147_rodney_henderson_md.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">between the ages of 45-65<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? It is not uncommon to begin experiencing subtle aches and pains as you age. Your doctor can help guide you with supplementation and arthritis care solutions that are individualized for your level of activity and health.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>7. Vision exam\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An eye exam is a great idea to schedule when you turn 50 as well. Fatigue, poor diet, and complex issues like diabetes can impact vision as you age. Keeping with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hopkinsmedicine.org\/health\/wellness-and-prevention\/best-way-to-age-proof-your-vision\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">routine eye care<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and getting ahead of any vision changes can make turning 50 a seamless experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What tests are recommended for women 50 and older?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to the routine screenings, women should receive the following exams to detect conditions that primarily affect females.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cervical cancer screening: Pelvic exam and Pap smear<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although you are likely done having children at 50, pelvic exams are still necessary. Having a regular pelvic exam by a gynecologist is important due to the risks of cervical or uterine cancer. A full exam at a gynecologist\u2019s office includes a HPV test and obtaining a Pap smear. Sure, it\u2019s uncomfortable, but at this age it\u2019s only required once every three years\u2014unless you\u2019ve recently become involved with a new partner\u2014and both conditions are most treatable when caught early.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Breast cancer screening: Mammogram<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Early detection is key for treating breast cancer. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.org\/cancer\/breast-cancer\/understanding-a-breast-cancer-diagnosis\/breast-cancer-survival-rates.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stage 1 breast cancer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has a survival rate of almost 100%. Cases that are diagnosed in a more advanced stage due can result in a poor prognosis. In addition to yearly breast exams and regular self-exams, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/cancer\/breast\/pdf\/BreastCancerScreeningGuidelines.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USPSTF recommends<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that women get yearly mammograms starting at age 50.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/cancer-screening-for-women\/\"><b>Cancer screening for women<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><b>Osteoporosis screening<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women age 50 and older who have broken a bone at some point should undergo a bone density test, also known as a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/dexa-scan\/why-its-done\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DEXA scan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This checks to make sure your bones are strong, so your physician can prescribe appropriate treatment if they are prone to fracture.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Full hormone profile\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rush.edu\/health-wellness\/discover-health\/hormones-you-age\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hormones<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> help regulate many functions such as temperature, metabolism, appetite, and sexual libido. Unfortunately, aging is often a time when women experience many hormonal changes requiring intervention. Women in perimenopause or menopause may experience sudden or drastic hormone fluctuations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These fluctuations can wreak havoc on women\u2019s health. A full hormone profile will give insight as to varying hormone and thyroid levels and how to optimize them with hormone treatment or medication.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What tests are recommended for men 50 and older?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to the regular screenings, men should have a PSA test and testicular exam to screen for prostate cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Prostate cancer screening\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies reveal that early treatment for prostate cancer results in a five-year survival rate of nearly 100%\u2014which is why regular screening is important. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niddk.nih.gov\/health-information\/diagnostic-tests\/prostate\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Institute of Health<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recommends regular screening starting at age 50, or even younger if you are African American or have a close relative with prostate cancer. For the exam, you can expect your physician to complete a digital rectal exam and testicular exam and to run a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test. This looks for unusual levels of a protein produced by prostate cells.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/cancer-screening-for-men\/\"><b>Cancer screening for men<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on your specific health history, your healthcare provider may want to run additional tests during your over 50 health check. For example, if you are a current or former smoker, you may be screened for lung cancer. In other words, these are just guidelines. Rely on the advice of your primary care provider to determine what you need to maintain your health as you get older.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>To quote, Benjamin Franklin, \u201cAn ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,\u201d and there\u2019s a lot of truth in that statement. 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