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Many women find themselves juggling multiple roles as they get older — as mothers, caregivers, breadwinners and partners. It’s easy to get caught up in a busy schedule, but with age and the stresses of everyday life, the chances of developing a health complication increases.
“The chances of a smooth and early recovery from a health condition are better when one opts for a regular health screening, or seeks medical help as soon as symptoms are observed," she explains. “You should do a self-examination of your breasts once a month to check for lumps or other abnormalities. Women aged 40 and above should discuss mammogram screening with their doctors, while women aged 50 and up should go for a mammogram every two years on top of doing a monthly self-examination,” says Dr Lim Siew Kuan, consultant breast surgeon.
“While there are no known reliable screening tests now, it is important to pay attention to your body for abnormal changes such as pain during sexual intercourse, a frequent need to urinate or changes in bowel habits. Seek your doctor for a test, such as a CA-125, to test your blood for tumour markers that may be indicative clues of ovarian cancer,” says Dr Lubna Bte Ahmad Harharah, gynaecologist and obstetrician.
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