Definite biological changes and problems note a woman’s life. Different stages in her life, namely adolescence, reproductive years, perimenopause and menopause are crucial as they are critical periods of physical, emotional and hormonal changes.
As women move at different stages of life, their physical, emotional and mental needs develop.
“Actively monitoring key health markers, women can take responsibility for their well -being. Regular checks at each stage of life allow women to identify potential health problems and seek interference in time,” says D -R -SHEIL (Mittal) Mahajan, laboratory director and clinical leader. It also recommends tests for women in all centuries to solve health problems. On the eve of Women’s Day (March 8), let’s focus on women’s health and problems and how they can take responsibility for their health.
Adolescence
In adolescence, there is a complex phase in a woman’s life. From irregular periods to severe bleeding, there are several problems that the girl can face. D -R -Cavit Cow, obstetrician, Aster Women & Children, Bengaluru, Stocks: “Teen Girls face problems as PCOS/PCOD or Acne with hormonal imbalances. Many young women suffer from food deficiencies.”
- Recommended measures and tests:
- Iron Tests and Hemoglobin on the Anemia Screen, which is common in teenage girls
- Make sure to preserve vitamin D and calcium level required for bone health and prevent deficiencies
- Vaccination and HPV awareness help prevent cervical cancer in later life
Years of motherhood
Reproductive years come with significant changes due to pregnancy, childbirth and upbringing. Dr. Nancy Nagpal, Gynecologist’s consultant, Salbritas Medzentre, says: “Pregnancy with high risk, gestage diabetes, preeclampsia (serious complication of pregnancy) and postpartum depression-ordinary problems. The risk of breast clumps, cysts and infections increases.
- Full blood level and blood sugar to detect anemia and diabetes risk
- PAP smear and HPV -test on early detection of cervical cancer
- Mammogram or ultrasound examination of early signs of breast cancer
- Ultrasound examination of the pelvis and hormonal profile (FSH, LH, prolactin) to evaluate reproductive health and fertility
- Urinary trials to detect UTIs
- Lipid profile and blood pressure monitoring to check your cardiovascular health
Perimenopause
Dr. Cavtev says: “Women begin to experience irregular menstrual cycles, causing general diseases such as osteoporosis, osteapenia, hypertension and high cholesterol, weight, bone and insomnia.”
- Density of mineral bones (Dexa) to detect early signs of osteoporosis
- Diabetes and cholesterol examination
- Thyroid function test
- Regular monitoring of blood pressure
Metropais
Menopause is defined as the cessation of menstruation for 12 consecutive months. D -Nancy says: “Reduced estrogen level affects the lubrication of the vagina, cardiovascular health, cholesterol, cognitive decrease and increases the risk of rectum cancer.”
- Bone density test to control the progression of osteoporosis
- ECG’s assessment and heart risk
- Colonoscopy and cancer checks: detection of rectal cancer
- Eye review to check cataracts and glaucoma
- Thyroid function test as hypothyroidism is more common at this stage
Beyond
“After menopause, women face an increased risk of fractures, mobility problems and development of osteoporosis, arthritis when their bones are weakened. They are also high at the high risk of Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, type 2 diabetes and bladder control,” D -Ninance says.
- Annual mammography and breast self -esteem to continue monitoring breast cancer
- Regular blood sugar tests and lipid profiles to maintain metabolic health in control
- Cognitive and neurological evaluations to test dementia or Alzheimer’s disease
- Urine and kidney function tests to detect urinary tract infections (IPS) or kidney disorders
