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5 Hidden Health Risks an Annual Wellness Exam Can Catch Early
Your health is your most valuable asset, but many serious medical conditions can develop quietly without any obvious symptoms. Taking a proactive approach to your healthcare is the most effective way to protect your long-term well-being.
At his primary care practice in Riverside, California, board-certified internist Melanchton A. Mangoba, M.D. provides comprehensive annual wellness exams to help you stay ahead of silent health concerns. Through personalized preventive services, we focus on identifying potential issues before they progress into chronic conditions.
Why preventive health screenings are essential
An annual wellness exam is a dedicated preventive visit designed to evaluate your overall health, assess your risk factors, and create a customized screening schedule. Unlike a standard sick visit, this appointment focuses entirely on prevention and early detection.
5 hidden health risks caught during wellness exams
Many life-altering chronic conditions begin with no warning signs. Here's how we can identify and address these concerns during your yearly checkup.
The five hidden health risks we routinely screen for include undiagnosed diabetes, high blood pressure (hypertension), chronic kidney disease, cardiovascular disease risks, and mental health concerns. Identifying these issues early gives you the best opportunity to make meaningful lifestyle adjustments.
1. Undiagnosed diabetes
High blood sugar can damage your blood vessels long before you notice symptoms. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 11 million adults in the United States have undiagnosed diabetes.
2. High blood pressure
Often called the silent killer, elevated blood pressure quietly strains your cardiovascular system. Research shows that about one in six adults living with high blood pressure are completely unaware they have the condition.
3. Chronic kidney disease
Your kidneys filter waste from your blood, but damage often goes unnoticed. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) reports that as many as 9 in 10 adults with chronic kidney disease don't know they have it.
4. Cardiovascular disease risks
High cholesterol and arterial plaque buildup don't cause pain, but they significantly increase your risk of heart attacks. Monitoring these factors allows us to help you manage cardiovascular disease risks early.
5. Mental health concerns
Wellness exams also look beyond physical symptoms to assess your emotional well-being. Routine depression screening in primary care settings helps identify struggles early, allowing for timely support and treatment.
How we help you manage your long-term health
If we detect any warning signs during your exam, we'll work with you to create a personalized management plan. Whether you need support for diabetes prevention or lifestyle changes to protect your heart, we're here to guide you.
You don't have to wait for symptoms to appear before taking charge of your well-being. Protecting your future starts with a single preventive visit. Please contact our office today by calling 951-357-6032 or book online to schedule your annual wellness exam with Dr. Mangoba in Riverside.
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