Physical exams are essential to keep us and our patients updated on their health status. They are considered a preventive step because they help us detect health issues even in their early stages, giving us more time to find the appropriate medical solutions. Physical exams differ for each patient since we may focus more on areas that need more attention according to your personal and family health history.
Here are a few tests and procedures involved in a physical exam:
- Vital sign checks
- Visual exam
- Physical exam
- Laboratory test
- Updated health and medication history
