Do you go for a yearly wellness exam?

[PrettyPriya]

It is important to get a basic wellness exam at least once a year. Do you do it?

Yes!

No way!

Other (results)

[WonderBell99]

Yeap. Both my parents are doctors, so they’re pretty health conscious. I’m not even allowed to eat junk food anymore. Oh, how even one of the simplest joys of life is stolen from me. 🙄

I go every year, but we have a family physician. My mum said she needs to run some tests because my periods are irregular. She said it is nothing to worry about, but I’m paranoid when it comes to my health (and it’s always important to stay healthy). After my mum’s cancer, I really don’t want anything like it happening to me in the future, (even though it isn’t really genetic - she has Non-Hodgkins which isn’t hereditary).

Both my parents are huge health freaks, so it is kind of a “house rule” or a better word for it - “mandatory” to go for a yearly wellness exam

[PrettyPriya]

@wonderbell99 Junk food is so 🤤

[PrettyPriya]

Emoji not working there. 😐

[WonderBell99]

I'm not able to see the emoji.. is it the “🥵” emoji? 😂

[WonderBell99]

Wait.. it isn’t working for me either. Wtf. Why aren't emojis shown for me? Is it the new IOS update?

[PrettyPriya]

You know which one it is 🤣

[dustybiker]

Oh don’t even get me started on insurance issues, and people who work there who don’t know how to charge insurance companies properly, and then refuse the making of appointments… Thankfully there are dozens of the same complaints on their yelp feedback. *breathing emoji here which GaG would switch* Okay thanks for the vent. 😉

[ShadezMcgee]

It is important to do that. Though I haven't had a physical in a while and probably should do that along with other screenings to take in mind as I hit 30.

[PrettyPriya]

Absolutely agree! Some of the answers I see are kind of shocking. 😬

[DonkeyDan]

Well it's twice a year, and it's a bit more than a wellness exam, but yes I see my doctor often to make sure I'm still alive 😂

[PrettyPriya]

Do you GaG during you appointment too? 🤣

[DonkeyDan]

Only if he sticks a tongue depressor in my mouth 🤣

[DonkeyDan]

🤣🤣🤣

[DonkeyDan]

Oh my god, my emojis have stooped appearing 😳

[DonkeyDan]

Oh thank god for that 😂

[PrettyPriya]

I have seen multiple users have emoji problems.

[CrazyGirl2]

Yes, my mother is a physician, and although I thank god she has never been MY physician (she is a trauma surgeon) she did instill in us the importance of annual checkups/physicals. So I go annually for a regular “family doctor” check-up, and every two years I go for a gynecological exam (at my age once every 2 years is fine), as long as there are no major issues or changes in my vaginal or vulvar health. And obviously at 19, I’m not even close to needing a mammogram yet.

[Emiliamazing]

We don’t mess around with taking chances in our home. It seems there is so many issues and illnesses that can present themselves as you reach your mid life. Sure, some tests are unpleasant, but not as unpleasant as being an undetected ailments

[Emiliamazing]

This is an interesting question on many levels because so many people here and GAG are in different countries. It might give this country a little insight on how to better manage healthcare

[PrettyPriya]

Thanks @emiliamazing. I thought it would be interesting to see. I work in a primary doctor's office, so I'm familiar with all of this. Thanks for your replies!

[Blackcupcake]

no… hahaha


before around August last of 2021, I had not been to a hospital in about 4 years and before that in about 7 years…

[bigpauly]

😶😶

[Blackcupcake]

lmfao…

[bigpauly]

I need you to be healthy so I can keep talking crap to you

[Blackcupcake]

awwwwwwwwww hahahaha
don’t get all cute on me now, I need to be able to roast you!

[bigpauly]

Well you can’t roast me if you don’t take care of your health!

[Blackcupcake]

I am 10009% healthy!!!😎

[bigpauly]

Not healthy enough, get to the doctor!

[Blackcupcake]

@bigpauly noooooooo hahaha

[bigpauly]

Lmaooo you’re terrible

[Blackcupcake]

you’re amazing🤥
hahahaha

[bigpauly]

😂 such a punk

[Blackcupcake]

lmfao😛😛😛

[PrettyPriya]

Such a punk but 🥵. Right @wonderbell99

[WonderBell99]

Y'all are ruining my life with that emoji 💀😭

[Blackcupcake]

@PrettyPriya @wonderbell99 lmfao🤣

[PrettyPriya]

@blackcupcake @wonderbell99 What? Ruining your life? If you get sick and feel a little 🥵 you go and get your wellness checked. Perfectly in line with the question. Then the doc gives you meds and you feel 🤤. Pretty soon? 😍 Sorted!

[Blackcupcake]

@PrettyPriya lmfao… that is impressive, you managed to include most of the blacklisted emojis😍😜

[PrettyPriya]

@blackcupcake Most of them? You mean there are MORE? Give em here! 🤤

[WonderBell99]

Oh well... guess I'm gonna have to start using them as well 😍🤤🥵

[WonderBell99]

😍😍🥵🥵🤤🤤

[Blackcupcake]

@PrettyPriya correction, I mean all! hahahaha

[PrettyPriya]

@blackcupcake Ok, whew. I didn't want to think I was missing one. I can surely fit in more. I doubt very much @wonderbell99 will ever tell us now though. 😐

[Blackcupcake]

@PrettyPriya I’m sure she will slip soon😈🤣🥰 @wonderbell99

[WonderBell99]

@PrettyPriya I'm not revealing it ever! XD

[PrettyPriya]

@WonderBell99 I will just have to put every emoji that I can then. I will stick with this, for now... 🥵

[Gollum]

Aside form dentist I don't do those check ups. They have these charts of "perfect values" one should attain (which by the way. they keep constantly amending) and it's impossible to score perfectly in all of them. So they prescribe drugs, which have horrific side effects hence more drugs and before you know it you find yourself in a health-downward spiral form which there is no escape. Best to stay away.

[TallAnon]

Where would I even go to get that and what would they even test? I haven't seen a doctor in at least.. 10 years?

[PrettyPriya]

You’d go to your primary doctor you’d see for any problem. They do basic tests like listen to heart rhythm, check blood pressure, pulse, breathing, reflexes.

You are young so that would be about it. Pretty quick and noninvasive. Thanks for the opinion.

[TallAnon]

I suppose I would have to find a primary doctor 😂 I moved to Canada from Europe, so I never set anything up besides the insurance.
That said, I should probably do something about my health, given that I can't walk for more than 10 minutes or my knee gives out. Ah well, I'm sure it'll go away over time.

[NathanDavis]

yes and I go twice a year!!

because I am a bit OCD about it... lol

[SecretsofKB]

Yes... even though none of my primary care or specialists are in the building I work in... annoying.

[AviatorTom]

I used to but I've been remiss for several years. I've been very healthy though. Thanks for the reminder. I'll make an appointment for this year.

[iseekpinetrees]

Yes its normal for me iget poked n prodded more throughout the year anyways

[Maxiebleu]

I go to my Women's yearly exam that’s about it. I don’t have a primary doctor.

[Bluemax]

At my age it's more frequent than yearly.

Every 3 months.

[Emilyis]

I have an ob and a regular doctor and have physicals with each of them every year.

[douride2]

Besides spinal surgery a year and a half ago I have only been able to get in to see my own doctor once in the past 3 years.

[silkjames]

I get my physical done once a year well I like too make sure I'm good & healthy:)

[kinggeorge007]

I try to. Not a full body checkup shit. But I'll do a couple of essential tests.

[NamerOfStars]

As part of the legacy of growing up as a doctor's kid, I go in for an annual physical every seven years.

[Fromdusktilldawn]

I visit yearly the dentist and ophthalmologist (dermatologist not so often) for a check up.

[Apple1996]

Nah I hate going to the doctors. Only ever go when I'm pregnant

[nawtee_me]

Most insurance cover one wellness exam a year at no cost or just co-pay

[ChrisMaster69]

Yeah it’s linked to my insurance and other stuff.

[PrettyPriya]

Yeah, not hard to do really. I'm kind of shocked with some answers tbh.

[ChrisMaster69]

Admittedly I had a bunch of them doing my Reservist training last month.

Loads of bloods and range of movement, fitness tests etc.

[PrettyPriya]

Yep. I figured with military. My brother is same with all of that. I do yearly blood tests.

[ChrisMaster69]

@PrettyPriya I’m fairly good at leaking blood 🙄🔪💉🩸

[PrettyPriya]

@chrismaster69 as am I at certain times. Period powerrennen... like right now.

[ChrisMaster69]

@PrettyPriya well how else would the beauty industry be able to make such red lipstick etc.

[Imkass]

Going to the doctors too much can be actually harmful

[PrettyPriya]

What? lol

[exitseven]

Yes, I do this. It will be in two weeks.

[PrettyPriya]

👍👍👍

[Shellywelly]

No… not really, maybe I should make an effort more 😃

[BoobMan]

I used to when my previous job covered it yearly, but now I don't.

[Kichbazp_]

@PrettyPriya I am always worried about My " D" Health So I often get it checked by a Doctor 😂

[EnglishEuropean]

It's more like 10-yearly. By an odd coincidence I'm waiting to find out what's in my blood as we speak. I'm guessing high presence of alcohol.

[bigpauly]

I have to for health insurance benefits

[PrettyPriya]

Have you seen some of the answers that said going to the doctor is harmful? 😐

[bigpauly]

Umm no lol.
I guess it hurts my pride being told how short I am every year

[PrettyPriya]

😂😂😂 I have not been told this. I think they just ignore my height issues. Of course, I also work in the same office where I have my wellness exam so... not wise to upset the one who schedules. 😬

[bigpauly]

Haha that’s where the cute but intimidating comes in!

For me they always feel the need to say the height they measured me at and then say “WITH SHOES” 😒😂

And one nurse had to tell me I was the same height as her granny

[CuriousMufuxka]

Hell no! I'd get a clean bill of health and then an actual bill that would piss me off!

[Nata2496]

Yes. My health is important to me.

[aided_]

didn't know this was a thing
okay

[LindsayR07]

It is, and it's not pleasant but we have to let them do it... It's for your own good.

[aided_]

i dont do them
nobody in my family does them

[LindsayR07]

You should... There are a lot of things only a Dr can find that can kill you or leave you barren if not caught early

[Bricealan]

Yes, and I am due for one again, with blood work

[Tstrbrainer]

Nope, how much does it cost? And is it safe?

[PrettyPriya]

Depends on your doctor. I work in my father's office and it is not expensive for a basic wellness exam. It is more or less just checking basic health and you are done. Nothing major or invasive.

[Tstrbrainer]

What tests do they perform?

[PrettyPriya]

It depends on what medical conditions, if any, you have. If you are healthy, it is simply checking breathing, heart rhythm, weight, pulse, reflex, etc etc. Very basic and done in about 10-15 minutes.

I take it you are healthy and that would be fairly routine. Doctors just want to see a record so they can keep track over time and detect changes in health. If healthy and depending on age, every other year is acceptable as well.

[Tstrbrainer]

How do they check reflex?
Never done it before

[PrettyPriya]

Check knee and elbow reflex to make sure there are no neurological issues. Tap on the knee is all and your leg should "kick" involuntarily from it. Makes certain your nervous system is functioning at a basic level.

[Tstrbrainer]

Oh, the one I've seen in movies where doctors hit people with hammer🔨? 🤔

[belle_kai]

No but I really should

[helva]

At my job there is an annual medical check-up.

[AngelOfLight258]

Yep, every single year.

[poneglyphs]

I try too but I will go this year

[DaveToo]

It's required by the VA.

[OddBeMe]

Have to or I don’t get my happy pills!

[IsoUser]

To be perfectly honest I go every year

[888theGreat]

I don't , I don't want to know

[Ringstretch]

Only when I feel theirs something wrong

[Agape93]

Yeap

[Wise4myage]

Like a physical? Not yet, lol.

[PrettyPriya]

You have never had a physical? Good god. 😂

[Wise4myage]

No, lol.🥺

[whirled_up_girl]

Yes, I do.

[SaoirseS]

Yes I do. 😀

[SaoirseS]

I’m not quite as faithful with dental exams. I went over two years without one during the pandemic but I’m back on schedule now.

[Pudsmucker]

Health is important.

[Jerre]

Y3s I do.

[Jouth]

yeah

[CubaPirate]

Bi annual for me

[dsrice10]

Yes, I do it.

[Anonymous]

Not really... no way.

[SignedAutographs]

Nope

[Preeti161101]

I think no need

[Open2It]

Yes I do

[jamartheg]

No I don’t