Men's and Women's Health - Mount Gravatt Medical Centre
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Men's and Women's Health
GENERAL PRACTICE
Men's Health:
Most men need to pay more attention to their health.
Compared to women, men are more likely to
• Smoke and drink
• Make unhealthy or risky choices
• Put off regular checkups and medical care
There are also health conditions that only affect men, such as prostate cancer and low testosterone. Many of the major health risks that men face - like colon cancer or heart disease - can be prevented and treated with early diagnosis. Screening tests can find diseases early, when they are easier to treat. It's important to get the screening tests you need.
Women's Health:
We understand that with certain problems many women feel more comfortable seeking out a female health care professional.
Our nurses perform Pap smears. They will be available at all times to explain the procedure and perform the test.
Women have unique health issues. And some of the health issues that affect both men and women can affect women differently.
Unique issues include pregnancy, menopause, and conditions of the female organs. Women can have a healthy pregnancy by getting early and regular prenatal care. They should also get recommended breast cancer, cervical cancer, and bone density screenings.
Women and men also have many of the same health problems. But these problems can affect women differently.
For example,
• Women are more likely to die following a heart attack than men
• Women are more likely to show signs of depression and anxiety than men
• The effects of sexually transmitted diseases can be more serious in women
• Osteoarthritis affects more women than men
• Women are more likely to have urinary tract problems