{"id":8091,"date":"2018-11-16T22:22:17","date_gmt":"2018-11-16T22:22:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.personanutrition.com\/blog\/?p=8091"},"modified":"2021-08-27T11:54:13","modified_gmt":"2021-08-27T11:54:13","slug":"happy-international-mens-day-heres-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.personanutrition.com\/blog\/happy-international-mens-day-heres-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Happy International Men&#8217;s Day &#8211; Here&#8217;s To Your Health"},"content":{"rendered":"To all of the sons, brothers, fathers, and husbands out there\u2026Happy International Men\u2019s Day! When it comes to gender-specific health, women typically steal the spotlight. If you walk down the grocery aisle you might notice that the majority of magazines are geared towards woman\u2019s well-being and there is an aisle wholly dedicated to feminine hygiene products. You have probably also noticed that women\u2019s health issues are vocalized much more than those that impact men. It isn\u2019t often that you see millions of people signing up for a marathon that supports prostate cancer like the infamous pink-ribboned breast cancer events. Nobody is at fault; women are typically more likely to openly discuss their health needs. It\u2019s hard to be discreet about a menstrual cycle when you have to place a box of tampons in front of a whole line at the grocery store or try to hide a pregnancy. Unfortunately, men aren\u2019t as open about their health needs, which often leaves them behind. In fact, surveys show that about 60% of men avoid seeing a doctor, even if they have a serious health issue.1\u00a0It\u2019s time to face the music, men. We are exposing the three reasons you may be secretly avoiding seeing your doctor and why you should finally make that appointment.You have a Superman ComplexLike it sounds, a Superman Complex is the refusal to believe you could at some point not feel well. If you currently aren\u2019t experiencing any major medical complications, it is hard to imagine that you could ever feel anything but great. The reality is that most of us are going to run into issues with our health, whether small or large. It\u2019s a part of life. The good news is that prophylactic care is the best way to prevent disease before it occurs. You have the opportunity to make a difference for your future self by taking good care of your body. Diet, exercise, mental health, and lifestyle choices should all be part of the discussion when you visit your doctor. If it isn\u2019t, it\u2019s time to look for a new one that has experience in integrative care.You haven\u2019t established a long-term relationship with a doctorFrom a young age, most women have already have already established a relationship with a doctor. We are required to for multiple reasons, the primary one being birth control. Many providers also place limitations on writing a prescription for birth control; you may have to visit the office multiple times per year for checkup exams and lab work to continue receiving your prescription. It is less common to find a man that has a long-standing relationship with a doctor because they may not need to. Finding a primary health care provider is becoming increasingly important as drop in urgent care clinics pop up on street corners. It is much easier to make an appointment with somebody you are comfortable with and will hold you accountable for check-ups. Another advantage of having a primary care provider is the ability to get into appointments quickly. If you don\u2019t have a doctor yet, it\u2019s never too late to find one.Frankly put, you are nervousYou aren\u2019t alone, we all are. Nobody enjoys paying a visit to their doctor. Waiting for test results is stressful, needles and the sight of blood is never enjoyable, and the sterile smell of waiting rooms is nauseating. It\u2019s okay to be nervous and you should talk to your doctor about any fears or concerns you may have so they can better assist you during office visits or treatments. Doctors understand that a large amount of the patients they see don\u2019t want to be there, and that is perfectly fine. Creating a relationship with your doctor is one of the best ways to combat your fear of making an appointment. Although it may seem counterintuitive, staying away from the doctor out of fear may actually be physically harmful. Dr. Romano, psychologist, nurse practitioner and assistant medical director at\u00a0Delphi Behavioral Health\u00a0says, \u201c\u2026it\u2019s important to go to the doctor to reduce one\u2019s anxiety, since living with high anxiety can actually result in something seriously going wrong, such as high blood pressure.\u201d\u00a02\u00a0There is no reason to hold back when you can take preventative measures for your health now. Lastly, if you are using Google as a self-diagnostic tool in place of a doctor, it\u2019s time to turn off the computer.Ready for a change?Set an example Set an example to the other men in your life that men\u2019s health is important. Talk about health openly and don\u2019t be hesitant to engage in conversation that may not normally be comfortable. The National Breast Cancer Foundation encourages women to be vocal about their bodies and unite together to pay attention to symptoms. In the same way, don\u2019t keep \u201cbelow the belt\u201d (or above the belt) symptoms to yourself.Make a positive habitInstead of waiting around for something to arise, calm your mind and schedule your yearly physical. Not only does this reduce anxiety revolving around appointments, but it also requires you to prioritize your health ahead of time so you don\u2019t let it slide.Need an extra push?Find an accountability partner. It could be your spouse, a sibling, or a friend. Make a point to encourage each other. Go pick up the phone and make that appointment!","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>To all of the sons, brothers, fathers, and husbands out there\u2026Happy International Men\u2019s Day! When it comes to gender-specific health, women typically steal the spotlight. 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