You often think of revising your car, but much less about taking stock of your body. However, a medical check-up is a key meeting to anticipate winter. “”This is the opportunity to anticipate, detect early and adapt your lifestyle“, Recalls Dr. Gérald Kierzek, medical director of True Medical.
Who is this assessment for?
Not everyone is affected by the check-up, but some profiles should favor it. According to the emergency doctor, “Fragile people such as seniors, patients with chronic diseases, pregnant women and children“are the first aims.
He adds: “Those who have not carried out a recent health point are also invited to consult their doctor“.
The exams to be provided
The consultation begins with a full clinical examination: “It includes the measurement of blood pressure, weight, waist tour, but also a global assessment of the state of health“, Details Dr. Kierzek.
A blood test can then be prescribed: “It includes hemogram, blood sugar, cholesterol and renal and hepatic function, according to the patient’s profile“.
The doctor also insists on the need to assess possible deficiencies in iron or vitamin D, as well as the infectious risk.
Vaccinations: a must before winter
Winter is a period conducive to infections. “”The influenza vaccine and anti-Cavid recall are essential for vulnerable people“Recalls Dr. Kierzek.
He also advises to check if routine vaccines are up to date: “Without forgetting certain professions exposed or special situations, which can also justify specific vaccinations“.
The right questions to ask your doctor
A check-up is not just a series of exams, it is also a privileged exchange with his doctor. “”The patient can request a detailed reading of his blood test or know if he has to pass a particular screening according to his age, sex or family history“.
It is also the time to tackle sight, hearing, food, physical activity, or the possible recourse to food supplements.
Dr. Kierzek recalls that the psychological dimension also counts: fatigue, isolation or drop in morale must be mentioned.
“”It is finally an opportunity to review the usual treatments, whether hypertension, diabetes or asthma, in order to adapt them if necessary“.
Why this meeting is essential
This complete check-up is a real health shield. “”This meeting makes it possible to strengthen your immune defenses, prevent winter infections and cross the cold season in better shape, with supervised and optimized health“Concludes Dr. Gérald Kierzek.