Physical Next week

I've got an annual physical next week. I'm a mid-40s male, fairly good shape, a little heavier, haven't had one in years. What should I expect? Will I end up being naked? Anything going in my ass? Any other surprises for someone my age?

I had an exam recently which did finish with me fully naked for testicular and prostate exam.

@BrandNewJason - let us know how it goes and what takes place. Is your doc male or female? As for what to expect; my guess is allot will depend upon how you answer the question sheet given before or at your visit and what you ask the doc about.

Almost guaranteed to get a finger up your ass. Enjoy!

@DanielJ What was the occasion/provider? Was it a private health assessment, an NHS wellman check or something else?

It was a private health check. Undressed to waist at first but then told to remove trousers and underwear and lie naked on the bed.

@reddevil I have just a general wellness check/annual physical. No real questions, and yes the doc is a female, and from the web site a reasonably attractive one. @Russianbare what would lead to the finger in my ass? Anything I should ask about beforehand?

@reddevil I have just a general wellness check/annual physical. No real questions, and yes the doc is a female, and from the web site a reasonably attractive one. @Russianbare what would lead to the finger in my ass? Anything I should ask about beforehand?

I would suggest telling her that you have had a little more frequent urination in the past year or so.

I have told that I had history of prostatitis and frequent urination. It resulted with digital rectal exam.

Surprising amount of feedback and interest here. Should I post a summary after?

Surprising amount of feedback and interest here. Should I post a summary after?

I think you should. I'm guessing you won't get the finger unless you ask for it. Under 50 there isn't much need. The older you get the more invasive it gets. I have a new doc since my old one retired and it's been 2 years and I have yet to have anything besides bloodwork. Haven't even had my shirt off

I think it being a long time since you had an exam is reason enough plus I was always told 40 is the age to start prostate checks.

Please post a follow up!

Surprising amount of feedback and interest here. Should I post a summary after?

Yes, please do and give a lot of details!

Definitely let us know how it went. I must say I've been disappointed with what passes for a ‘physical’ these days. Hope you have a GOOD one, tell us all about it! 😃

So, this was the type of physical that could have been done over the telephone. Nice doctor, attractive, the most undressing I did was pulling my arm out of my sweater for my BP and blood draw. I didn't even take off my shoes for weighing. Good results on everything, I guess I'll need to reschedule a follow up with a play doc for a more fun one!

Sorry to hear it was not more thorough…

@BrandNewJason So, this was the type of physical that could have been done over the telephone….

Thanks for letting us know the outcome… I've noticed my doc visits are becoming more and more like you mentioned - my last one I wasn't even asked to put on a gown - kept pants and undershirt on.

It is all sad but true. They do not even recommend clinical breast exam anymore. that was one of the funnest things i have ever watched.

My wife's doctors seem to not want to touch her at all. It is an unfortunate change. but honestly, all the touching in medicine was probably never really necessary. but oh so hot

Until I wrote to my doc she even checked my BP through my sleeve. This is what I copied to her from something I posted here as an answer.

For about 40 years my doctor had me completely naked for the whole physical. Doing a DRE, testicle check, rubber hammer bonks and foot bottom feather rubs then sit on the table naked for any discussions. I was there for 20 to 30 minutes while the doc looked me over thoroughly then sent me to a specialist if needed. Three different doctors over the years did the same plus the same thing for several employment new hire physicals. My last doc retired when Obamacare took over and I now go to a group where I'm lucky if I get to see the doctor I chose and when I do she just listens to my lungs and heart on top of my clothes. I don't feel like I get a physical anymore. At my age (over 80) I think it would be more important than ever to get a full naked physical. There is a whole lot of my body that I can't see or feel myself." If something was growing somewhere I'd never know it until it became the size of a golf ball or some patches of skin that don't look quite right.

I'm not complaining about you because I appreciate your service but I do have that concern. If you'd prefer we can discuss it when I come in but I didn't want to blindside you with my question. If that's the way they tell you you have to do it now I have to accept that. If it's just because you are afraid to embarrass me, at my age, you won't. The army and life experiences took care of that many years ago.

Thanks for your patience, Russ.

This is her reply:

point very well taken. I agree it makes things much easier for both of us if we have all patients undressed during physical exams which I am going to start doing from now on. Thank you for the suggestion, I really do appreciate it. See you soon,

She kept her word, she had me naked the next time.

My sub has never had an anal probing in the last 4 years of seeing a PCP. I am guessing it is not something they care about, despite his being over 50.

Regular doctors office don't do very much unless you have a concern, even then they ship you out to a specialist for literally everything. I have a general doc, cardiologist, hematologist, orthopedic oncologist and rheumatologist. Ask me if I can afford to see them all in one year! All about the $$ now and finding a doc that actually cares and has the knowledge and ability to help you is almost impossible. I don't go unless I'm dying.

It seems that the days of the “general practitioner” are over. Most doctors belong to a medical group and the role of the PCP is to primarily be the “quarterback” - handing off patients to specialists and/or having “special teams” to handle unique issues. This is probably driven both by insurance and by the corporations that own the clinics, maybe even by personal liability issues - and to a lesser extent to ensure you are getting the best possible diagnosis/evaluation possible. I do believe that much of what use to be done in an annual physical was unnecessary and just carried along according to old fashion protocols.

I think they rely (too much) on blood tests results.

@roscoe Sent that letter to my pcp! Naked start to finish would probably help them a good bit looking for things we can't see or might miss, and would also be hot at the same time!