Health19 Dec. ’23 22:312023-12-19
When reaching the age of 50+, you will notice deterioration in your own body. Starting to change, this age is the age where there are easily risk factors for serious diseases. Therefore, it is necessary to check your health regularly. to cope with risks and illness that will occur in the future An informative article by Dr. Suwapat Intapan, a specialist in diagnostic radiology – advanced diagnostic radiographs. Diagnostic radiology department Nawawet Hospital Described medical tools that can diagnose 5 serious diseases, including cerebrovascular disease Coronary artery disease, lung cancer, breast cancer and abnormalities in the abdominal cavity In order to observe yourself or your family what kind of health check should be done correctly and appropriately.
Stroke and cardiovascular
As people age, they are at a higher risk of developing chronic diseases such as high blood pressure. Hypercholesterolemia that is a risk factor for ischemic stroke or blockage Life-threatening ischemic coronary artery disease Currently, there are modern medical tools that will help in better diagnosis or prognosis of disease in the future. Therefore, check your health to find abnormalities that are at risk of causing a stroke. and important coronary arteries, it is recommended to check as follows
- Examination of the large arteries in the neck that feeds the brain with a Carotid Doppler Ultrasound machine. This is an ultrasound examination of plaque on the walls of the large arteries in the neck that feeds the brain. To check the blood vessels for plaque. Is fatty plaque stuck inside the blood vessels? Check for narrowing of blood vessels Including checking the blood flow that goes up to the brain by showing it in a graph. and can measure the size of such stains Because when there is a thickening of the walls of the blood vessels in the neck Or there is plaque that clings to the blood vessels in the neck. causing insufficient blood flow to the brain Resulting in paralysis or paralysis.
- Coronary artery examination with CT Coronary Calcium Scor or (CAC) is a test for the amount of plaque on the walls of the coronary arteries using a high-speed computerized x-ray machine (CT Scan). When plaque or calcium sticks to the blood vessels, Makes the coronary arteries narrower insufficient blood flow May cause chest pain. CT Coronary Calcium Score is a simple preliminary examination method that does not require injection of dye and takes approximately 10 – 15 minutes to examine. It is useful in assessing the risk of myocardial ischemia in Future causes of coronary artery disease By evaluating together with other risk factors. Including the patient’s signs and symptoms in determining appropriate treatment guidelines.
Malignant cancer
Cancer is a serious danger that must be careful among the elderly. Need to take special care and attention The older you get, the risk of getting cancer may also increase. If you take care of your health correctly, such as eating, adjusting various lifestyle habits, avoiding substances that cause cancer. It will help slow down the occurrence of such serious diseases. The top 5 most common cancers in Thai people are lung cancer, breast cancer, and liver/bile duct cancer. Colon/rectal cancer and cervical cancer Therefore, the health examinations necessary to find the risk or find cancer at an early stage so that it can be treated in time are very important as follows.
- Lung cancer screening with Low-dose CT Lung Cancer Screening is a screening test for lung cancer and abnormalities in the lungs. With a low radiation dose computerized x-ray machine or using a lower amount of radiation than standard equipment So don’t worry about getting too much radiation. By screening for lung cancer with a CT scan, it is a quick examination method that does not require injection of dye, is painless, has no scars, and takes only a few minutes to complete the examination.
- Breast cancer screening with 3D Tomosynthesis Mammogram with US. Breast is a breast cancer screening test. With a digital mammogram machine that is examined by the machine Tomosynthesis displays sharp, 3D images. Receives low doses of radiation and is less painful. Can clearly separate abnormal lumps or tartar. and also get more detailed images than before When breast abnormalities are detected The doctor will consider a Core Needle biopsy on the day the mammogram results are known, making it convenient, fast and reducing patient anxiety as well.
- Abdominal ultrasound examination of the entire abdomen with Whole Abdominal Ultrasound to look for abnormalities that may occur in various organs in the abdominal cavity, such as examining the abdomen for gallstones, tumors, cysts, fatty liver, and cancerous tumors in the liver and gallbladder. Kidneys, prostate, and bladder You can get it even before you show symptoms. If detected early They can plan detailed, accurate examinations and timely treatment.
With care Nawawet Hospital Therefore, we have created a campaign for 50+ senior citizens to live their lives without interruption. To detect 5 serious diseases: brain | heart | lung cancer | breast cancer | abdominal cancer that you will be examined with modern medical technology tools along with a team of doctors specialized in diagnostic radiology And see specialist doctors in each branch of the disease at a special price of 7,900 baht (from the normal price of 26,000 baht). If you have any questions, you can ask for details and request a consultation at Navavej Hospital Tel. 02 483 9999 I Line: @navavej
2023-12-19 15:31:00
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