HEALTH AND FITNESS [MEN'S HEALTH]

                                   II.MEN'S  HEALTH                                         

INTRODUCTION: 

                                       Men's health refers to the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of males. Men face unique health challenges and may experience different health concerns compared to women. Some of the most common health issues that affect men include heart disease, prostate cancer, depression, and substance abuse. Maintaining good physical health is essential for men's overall well-being. This includes engaging in regular physical activity, eating a healthy diet, getting enough sleep, and avoiding harmful substances like tobacco and excessive alcohol. Men should also prioritize preventive health measures such as getting regular check-ups and screenings, practicing safe sex, and protecting themselves from occupational hazards.

                                     Men's health also includes a focus on mental well-being. Men may be less likely to seek treatment for mental health issues, but it's crucial to understand that mental health is equally as crucial as physical health. Men may gain from speaking with a mental health expert, using stress-reduction methods, or taking part in leisure and wellness-promoting activities. Overall, men's health necessitates a holistic strategy that considers mental, emotional, and physical health. Men can enhance their quality of life and lower their risk of later-life health issues by prioritizing preventative measures and adopting healthy behavior's.

POINTS ON MEN'S HEALTH:

1.LEADING CAUSES OF DEATH:

                       Depending on a number of variables, including age, geography, and lifestyle choices, the primary causes of death in men's health might change. The top 10 primary causes of mortality for men in the US in 2020, however, were, according to the Centre's for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) (preliminary data):

-Heart condition

-Cancer (among the most prevalent forms in men are lung, prostate, and colorectal cancer)
-Unintentional injuries (including slips, trips, and poisoning)Stroke

 -COVID-19

-Low-level chronic respiratory disease
-Alzheimer's condition
-pneumonia, influenza, and diabetes
-kidney illness

         

                   It's crucial to remember that many of these causes of death can be avoided or controlled by adopting a healthy lifestyle and taking preventive health precautions. Regular physicals, screenings, and adopting healthy behavior's like exercising, eating well, quitting smoking, and drinking in moderation can all help lower the chance of getting these conditions.

2.RISK FACTORS IN MEN'S HEALTH:

Men are more likely to experience health problems as a result of a number of risk factors. Men's health risk factors include the following:

- Age: As men age, they are more likely to have health difficulties like cancer, heart disease, and prostate problems.

-Family history: Men who have male relatives who have diabetes, cancer, or heart disease are more likely to have those problems themselves.

-Unhealthy lifestyle practices: Unhealthy practices including smoking, binge drinking, eating poorly, and not exercising enough can raise the chance of acquiring a number of health problems.

-Work: Some activities, such as mining, agriculture, and construction, might expose males to dangerous substances or circumstances that raise the risk of developing health problems.

-Mental health issue: Men who struggle with mental health disorders like depression, anxiety, and ongoing stress are more likely to experience physical health difficulties like heart disease and stroke.

-Chronic medical conditions: Men with chronic medical disorders are more likely to experience other health issues, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.

-Environmental factors: Being exposed to environmental variables like radiation, toxins, and pollution can make you more likely to get sick.
                                                  

                    It's critical to be aware of these risk factors and take action to lessen their negative effects on general health. Men can maintain excellent health and avoid health issues by adopting healthy lifestyle choices, going for routine checkups and screenings, and discussing personal risk factors with a healthcare professional.

3.LUNG CANCER IN MEN'S HEALTH:

Men's health is seriously affected by lung cancer. Lung cancer is the largest cause of cancer-related fatalities in men in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society. Men who smoke are more likely to acquire lung cancer, and smoking is to blame for up to 90% of lung cancer cases. The following are some crucial details about lung cancer in men:

-The main factor contributing to lung cancer in men is smoking: Men who smoke cigarettes, cigars, or pipes have a higher chance of developing lung cancer. Heavily and continuously smoking increases a man's chance of lung cancer.

-Men who are exposed to secondhand smoke, particularly at their place of employment or at home, are also at an elevated risk of acquiring lung cancer.

-Lung cancer symptoms could not show up until later stages: Early lung cancer may not show any signs at all. When symptoms do manifest, they could include wheezing, shortness of breath, chest pain, and coughing.

-Low-dose computed tomography (CT) scans used for screening can help find lung cancer in its earliest stages, when it is more curable, in men who are at high risk of acquiring the disease.

-Surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy are among the treatment options for lung cancer, depending on the cancer's stage and other circumstances.

Even for men who have smoked for a long time, stopping smoking can lower the risk of developing lung cancer and other health issues. Men can get help from a variety of sources, such as pharmaceuticals, nicotine replacement therapy, and support groups, to stop smoking.