What is the content of men’s preventive health care knowledge?

The core of men's preventive health care is systematic protection covering all ages and combining physical and psychological needs. It is by no means a single related content such as "tonifying kidneys" and "strengthening yang" that are widely rumored on the Internet. The core covers daily behavioral intervention, regular targeted screening, psychological state adjustment, and protection in special periods (pregnancy preparation period, menopause, etc.).

Last week, I met a 31-year-old Internet operator in the clinic. He suffered from backache and frequent urination for six months. He secretly bought several men's nourishing creams and tried them for two months, but the symptoms didn't improve. When he came for a checkup, he discovered that it was chronic prostatitis caused by sitting for a long time, holding back urine and eating a high-fat diet. It has nothing to do with the so-called "kidney deficiency". This misunderstanding is really common nowadays.

Speaking of which, everyone always thinks that men’s health care is something that only the elderly should worry about. In fact, you should start paying attention to it in your early 20s. Don’t rely on your youth to stay up late every day, barbecue and drink cold beer. Nowadays, there are really a lot of young men in their 20s who suffer from gout and hyperlipidemia. If you sit for more than 4 hours without getting up and move, the risk of prostate congestion and varicose veins in the lower limbs is 2 to 3 times higher than that of people who get up and move regularly. This is supported by clinical data. Oh, by the way, there are indeed two different views in academic circles on whether to take extra men's health supplements. One group believes that as long as you have a balanced daily diet and a regular work and rest routine, there is no need to supplement any additional preparations. ； The other group believes that if you often travel on business, eat takeout three meals a day, and have an irregular work schedule, you can moderately supplement with mild nutritional supplements such as multivitamins and lycopene. However, the consensus between both sides is very consistent: you must not use unknown "quick-acting kidney tonifying" and "men's special aphrodisiac" products. Most of these products illegally add sildenafil or hormone ingredients. If consumed for a long time, they will damage the liver and kidneys, and even induce cardiovascular and cerebrovascular accidents. There is also the "men's exclusive health meal" that is very popular now. There is currently no unified standard. Some nutritionists believe that it is enough to match the thickness of the meal, with less oil, sugar and salt, and to control the intake of red meat. Some scholars who specialize in male nutrition believe that you can add more high-quality protein and zinc, such as eating seafood 1-2 times a week and drinking a glass of milk every day. However, the key is not to overdo it, and there is no need to spend a lot of money on so-called exclusive meals.

When you reach a certain age, regular targeted screening is more effective than taking any supplements. Don't always think that "if you don't feel uncomfortable, you are not sick." Many men just refuse to get checked, turning small problems into big ones. There used to be a 47-year-old elder brother who could run a half-marathon without any problem. A physical examination at work revealed that he had ground-glass nodules in his lungs. Further screening showed that he had early-stage lung cancer. He was discharged from the hospital a week after the operation. Now his normal life is not affected at all. If it had been delayed for another year and a half, I really can’t imagine the consequences. It is generally recommended that basic prostate-specific antigen screening be added to the annual physical examination after the age of 30. After the age of 45, gastrointestinal endoscopy and low-dose lung CT are also included in the annual screening list. It is best to do a routine semen test 3 months before preparing for pregnancy. Wear less tight pants and soak in hot springs less frequently. The protection of sperm quality is much more reliable than taking so-called "semen supplement pills".

There are also many people who ignore mental health care. Our society always instills in men the concept of "taking responsibility" and "not showing weakness". Many people hold back the pressure. Over time, they suffer from insomnia and anxiety. There used to be a 42-year-old middle-level corporate man who struggled with insomnia and panic for half a year. I had the nerve to see a psychiatrist, but drinking health tea every day was of no use. When I finally checked, I was suffering from moderate anxiety. After two months of intervention, I was fine. My overall condition was much better than before. Really, when I feel stressed, I chatted with friends and went out for a couple of runs. If I feel really uncomfortable, I seek help from a professional. There is no shame at all.

As for the various weird men's health remedies posted on the Internet, such as "maca soaked in water" and "deer whip soaked in wine", there is really no need to believe it. To put it bluntly, men's health care is not that mysterious. It just means eating, sleeping, and exercising well. Don't be lazy when it's time to get checked. Don't take it hard when you feel uncomfortable. It's more effective than any other folk remedy.