The best time to find a health problem is before you have symptoms. A well-woman check at Mascot Healthcare, Akoka gives you a comprehensive review of your reproductive, metabolic, and general health in a single appointment. For every woman from age 20 upwards.
Hypertension in women is significantly under-diagnosed, particularly in those aged 30–45. A blood pressure check is the most basic preventive health action and takes 2 minutes.
Body mass index, waist circumference, and discussion of metabolic risk. Overweight women are at higher risk of PCOS, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and certain cancers.
VIA or Pap smear offered at every well-woman check for women aged 25–65. The most effective preventive measure against cervical cancer available at primary care level.
Clinical breast examination and breast self-examination technique education. Ultrasound scan for women 35+ with no recent imaging.
Pelvic examination and, where indicated, pelvic ultrasound scan — to screen for fibroids, ovarian cysts, and endometrial changes that may have no symptoms yet.
Blood sugar, full blood count, lipid profile, thyroid function, hormonal assay (LH/FSH for perimenopausal women) — tailored to age and risk factors.
Establish your screening baseline. Cervical screening from age 25. STI screening if sexually active. Blood pressure, BMI, and menstrual health discussion. Contraception review. Introduction to breast self-examination.
All of the above, plus: PCOS and fertility assessment if planning to conceive. Blood sugar and lipid profile if overweight or family history of diabetes. Thyroid function test if symptoms of fatigue, weight change, or cycle irregularity. Preconception counselling if planning a first or subsequent pregnancy.
All of the above, plus: Perimenopausal symptom assessment (irregular periods, hot flushes, mood changes, sleep disruption). FSH and oestradiol to assess ovarian reserve. Annual breast ultrasound. Blood pressure monitoring — hypertension risk rises significantly at this age.
Menopause management — HRT discussion, bone health assessment. Cervical screening continues to 65. Annual breast screening. Cardiovascular risk assessment — blood pressure, lipids, blood sugar. Pelvic organ prolapse check. Colonoscopy referral from age 50 (colon cancer screening).
Comprehensive women's health review at Mascot Healthcare, Akoka. Walk-in or book ahead.