Men's Health

What Is Men’s Health?

Men’s health encompasses the prevention and treatment of medical conditions that uniquely affect men or tend to occur more frequently in men. While many health concerns like heart disease and diabetes impact both men and women, conditions such as low testosterone, prostate cancer, and erectile dysfunction require specialized care.

Elevate Health Group focuses on addressing these issues with personalized, proactive treatment plans to optimize your overall health and well-being.

What Are the Top Health Risks for Men?

Some of the top health risks for men are:

Heart Disease

According to the American Heart Association, one in three men has cardiovascular disease. Routine checkups at Elevate Health Group can help assess your risk of developing heart disease by reviewing your medical and family history and screening for risk factors such as high cholesterol, tobacco habits, and high blood pressure.

Low Testosterone

Testosterone levels naturally decline after age 30 or 40, leading to symptoms like reduced libido, erectile dysfunction, fatigue, and mood changes. Low testosterone can also contribute to physical changes, such as decreased muscle mass, increased body fat, and loss of bone density. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is an effective treatment to restore hormone levels, improve energy, and enhance quality of life.

Liver Disease

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that men face higher alcohol-related health problems than women. Both alcohol and tobacco use increase your risk of developing serious liver conditions, including liver cancer, alcohol liver disease, hepatitis, cirrhosis, and bile duct cancer.

Diabetes

Because men are less likely than women to schedule regular checkups with their doctor, it’s easy to miss high blood sugar levels. When left untreated, high blood sugar levels can lead to diabetes — a chronic disease caused by high blood sugar. Many men with diabetes also face lower testosterone levels, which can lead to erectile dysfunction (ED). This can have a detrimental effect on a man’s self-esteem, often leading to depression and anxiety.

Skin Cancer

Men are more likely than women to die from melanoma, especially white men over age 50. To prevent skin cancer and treat existing lesions before they have a chance to spread, it’s important to wear sunscreen outdoors, avoid UV lights, and visit Elevate Health Group for regular skin cancer screenings.

Respiratory Diseases

According to the American Lung Association, men are more likely to develop respiratory diseases than women. This may occur because more men smoke cigarettes than women. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, and pneumonia are just a few of the respiratory illnesses that impact men more severely than women.

How Can Men Protect Their Health?

Routine checkups and screenings are essential for maintaining good health. At Elevate Health Group, men’s health services include:

• Annual physical exams
• Blood tests for low testosterone
• Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT)
• Skin cancer and prostate screenings
• STD testing and immunizations
• Support for healthy lifestyle changes, including nutrition and exercise

To learn more about TRT and other men’s health services, schedule an appointment with Elevate Health Group today by calling or booking online.