I need a real physical

I am 33 and hav'nt had a physical in years what kind of work up can I expect if I tell the scheduling nurse I need a cmplete physical.

Same here.. I really need a "real" physical. I have been putting it off for way too long. But I am now too nervous to even call to make an appointment.

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Same here.. I really need a "real" physical. I have been putting it off for way too long. But I am now too nervous to even call to make an appointment.

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I just had a complete physical yesterday, my last was when I got married 24 years ago, I am 50. I know, much too long. But I was, and am healthy (knock on wood!). My old Doctor's office had trashed my records since it was over 7 years since they had seen me.

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I am 33 and haven't had a physical in years what kind of work up can I expect if I tell the scheduling nurse I need a complete physical.

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I am 50. Mine included a genital exam/hernia check and a digital rectal exam (DRE) to check my prostate and fecal occult blood. All negative. I had blood drawn this morning after a 12 hour fast (water only). Only thing left is to schedule a colonoscopy that they gave me a referral for. They warned me that could take 3-4 months to schedule since it is strictly screening (IE. nothing is suspect). I doubt they will do the DRE or colonoscopy unless your family history suggests otherwise. They did mention that testicular cancer is rare after age 35, so I would expect they will examine your testicles.

Good luck and get it done for peace of mind! Have fun while your at it!

Skip your regular physical exam with a real medical professional? Forget about it! Get it done on a regular basis people -- in health care as in much else, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure! And no amount of fantasy medical play can equal the real deal. Get it done!

I was in a similar situation when i was 30 and the only part of the exam that involved my unspeakables was a testicular exam and a hernia check. nothing too invasive.