Men’s healthcare services offered at Praxis Medical
General health check
Getting a general health check on a regular basis helps to provide a broad overview of your health status. This is important for helping you to detect potential health issues early and keep you in good condition.
Heart health
Men are at a higher risk for developing cardiovascular disease, which can have very dangerous health consequences. This makes it extra important for men to get regular heart checks and catch any issues early. It’s especially important from age 40 onwards, to make sure the risk of a heart attack or stroke is minimised. We can take you through your heart health check, assess your risk of heart or stroke in the next five years, and provide helpful recommendations for treatment and lifestyle changes based on your results.
Prostate check
Getting a prostate check is incredibly important for men, especially if they’re 50 or older. It helps to detect potential issues like prostate cancer. While men middle-aged or older should get their prostates checked fairly regularly, any man having problems urinating or urinating too frequently is advised to book an appointment. Prostate screening tests involve analysing a blood sample, but a follow-up biopsy may be necessary if abnormal test results are detected.
Men’s sexual health
While many men find them embarrassing to talk about, sexual health issues are fairly common amongst men. This includes problems with erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, or diminished sex drive. Bringing these things up with your GP can help them to diagnose your condition and find you a treatment plan. Addressing sexual health issues has a significant effect on your overall wellbeing, including confidence and mental health.
Early hair loss or thinning
Male pattern baldness can often start affecting men at an early age. It is influenced by a variety of factors including genetics, stress, and underlying conditions. If you’ve noticed that your hairline is beginning to recede, we’re able to help you by finding the right treatment options for you.
Mental health
Men’s mental health can often be just as important to take care of as physical health. Approximately one in eight men experience depression and one in five experience anxiety. Addressing mental health issues early ensures that men are able to get a handle on them before they become more significant.
We do our best to create a positive environment where men can be empowered to speak about the circumstances or life events that are negatively impacting their mental health. If you’re not feeling like your usual self, we’re here to listen. Our multidisciplinary team includes GPs that create mental health plans and clinical psychologists that help with management and treatment.
Substance abuse
Developing problems with drugs or alcohol is not unique to men, but they do have a higher likelihood of being affected by these issues. We can help you figure out the underlying issues of your relationship with these substances and create a plan that helps you manage them. This will provide benefits for both your physical and mental health.
Small procedures
Not every minor health issue requires a hospital visit. At Praxis Medical, we have the capability to carry out a variety of minor procedures for the convenience of our patients. We are equipped to handle a variety of different issues including skin lesion removal, joint injections, laceration repairs, and more.