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Dr. Joseph Papotto, a Physician serving the Myrtle Beach and Conway Areas

January 23, 2023by admin212Joseph Papotto Blogs

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Dr. Joseph Papotto, a Physician serving the Myrtle Beach and Conway Areas

January 23, 2023 by admin212
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Now that we are in the New Year, it’s important to think about our health and ways to promote wellness and prevent disease. Unfortunately, in recent years, there have been stories in the media that are critical of the medical community’s attempts to get people into the system for health screenings. Some have used this as an excuse to avoid going to the doctor for check-ups.

However, Dr. Joseph Papotto, a physician serving the Myrtle Beach and Conway areas, argues that this viewpoint is based on a slanted interpretation of questionable data and that the healthcare system is made up of providers, big pharma, hospitals, and insurance companies who all want more treatment for financial gain.

Dr. Papotto suggests a rational approach to health screenings through the adult years. For adolescents, he recommends a sports physical examination (PE) to reveal early blood pressure problems, provide a gauge on growth and development, and open up a dialogue on sexual and behavioral issues. For college-aged students, he recommends catching up on immunizations and discussing present problems or family medical history.

For young adults in their 20s and 30s, Dr. Papotto recommends at least one full PE with labs in the 20s and two or three in the 30s. He advises that this is a time when the USPSTF recommends beginning screening for BP and cholesterol, especially for those with a strong family history of hypertension and at-risk ethnic groups. He also advises that women should begin Pap smears to screen for cervical cancer at 21 years old and men should be instructed on self-testicular exams.

For those in their 40s and above, Dr. Papotto advises that this is a strategic year for health screenings, where a reasonable approach can pick up early disorders before they cause irrevocable harm to the body. He advises that both men and women should get a full PE every year or two depending on their health status. We look forward to seeing you at our office. Set up an appointment here. Contact Dr. Papotto | +(843)347-4900 – Dr. Joseph Papotto

 

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