Who is due for a physical exam?

So I know alot of us are overdue for our physical exams but im wondering how long overdue or if you have one scheduled maybe tell when and if you've had one recently you could tell your physical exam experience. I know that the exams are changing every year now because of covid-19 and I have an exam in May so I wanted to know what to expect

I have my first annual physical in march with my new doctor, will be getting a genital exam

I see my PCP about 4 times a year. However, I haven’t had a complete physical exam in over 25 years. I find them to be a waste of my time and the doctor’s time.

I'm torn on it, because on one hand I don't want to waste my time when I know I'm probably healthy, but on the other hand I have no wife to check my skin for concerning blemishes, so… SOMEONE has to do it.

Mine is coming up in may. very thorough doctor.

@Somebody i did schedule my first ever skin exam with a dermatologist. I did this mostly because my generation was told that sunbathing and tanning were good for you. Sun block hadn’t been invented yet and getting sunburns was a common occurrence.

You can always do the same if you have any concerns about the health of your skin.

Me, in a few weeks.

I want to get a skin exam with a highly rated dermatologist new to the area but my wife's against it because she's pretty. I'm from the generation who never saw a doctor unless you thought you might die so at 81 I think it might be wise to have a professional look me over.

My Doctor retired a few months ago so I am going through a new patient physical Thurs Feb 17 with a NP.

@FalconXBGT you should post about your exam afterwards!!

I will be sharing details on my exam next month

I am way overdue for a physical exam. I haven't had one in over 10 years. I just recently found a new doctor that I think I like. Only had 1 visit with him for a cough that wouldn't go away (wasn't covid). I am thinking about scheduling a physical with him in the spring.

The anticipation is almost worth more than the exam! Almost that is!!! I am notified by phone and email to remind me of the appointment date and time. As the event draws near, I surely revisit all that is to happen; it is without a doubt the stuff of arousal and release. The night before is most intense and has to result in a release. The morning of the exam may offer an opportunity during my shower and dry off. After all these years, the intensity of anticipation; recalling those previous teenage exams; and those that followed leaves me engaged in the moment! The actual event is very procedural but in my mind it is recalled as something so much more! There is plenty to remind me such that the after party is never disappointing. I don't much like having to delay that moment!

I had a complete physical and skin exam 6 weeks ago. It was with a female NMD, my wife’s DR. I was at my wife’s physical and it was very thorough and the Dr. said “ your turn for your complete physical is coming”. I wish it was five minutes later but I waited 5 weeks. a long wait knowing how thorough it may be. So th night before, I woke up early and took a long Time to get ready. Then I arrived and the nurse was off sick so just the doctor and I. She told me to come back and follow her. She then directed me to get fully undressed and reminded there is a gown if it makes me feel more comfortable but stated it won’t be on long because she would start with the skin exam. Rest is history.

Going to doctor for pain in lower area. Not sure what she will do. If going to have to get undressed or will just try to treat symptoms.

I'm due to attend my annual company exam on the 28th, that's not very exciting. Recently I started to think about booking a gyn appointment, I haven't been checked out in a while, and, well, thinking about it means actually fantasizing about it.

Tough to get a real-live, honest-to-God physical exam these days. I haven't had a ‘proper’ one (undressed with genital and rectal exams) in almost 5 years, though I have seen both PCP and urologist at least annually since then. Current PCP has stated he doesn't “believe” in DRE's, urologist does them but no genital exam (yet.) I've had more hands-on care, including the longest rectal exam I've ever had, at pelvic floor physical therapy in the last three weeks than in all of my ‘annual physicals’ put together since 2017. I may try to get one from a new provider this year, we'll see…

My wife has to get a running stress test and since she has not had an anual for three yearss, her doctor is makiing her get one

Mine is due in three weeks. I've been with this doctor for one year and this is my first annual Physical . I am hoping for the extensive exam, with prostate check ect. I'll let you know how it goes. First up are the Vampires with a fasting blood work. Probably a urin sample as well.

I had a full body skin check at the dermatologist recently. It was at his suggestion, since I am fair skinned with freckles. It lasted about 15 minutes and he gave lots of attention to my feet and hands (but especially my feet). I was surprised that he didn't ask me to remove my underwear, but maybe that is more common nowadays? I did accidentally get an erection at one point which I'm sure he noticed as I was wearing boxer briefs. He didn't make any comment about my arousal, but just proceeded with the exam as normal.

I go in 4 weeks. This will be my 3rd annual with her. Last time in a gown with briefs on. Did not lift the gown. Maybe I'll have better luck this time. I'll relate my experience!

It's been over a year now. I hope to book mine sometime this spring

If you mean a real exam with a real Doctor, it's been a while that I don't have one probably I will schedule a check up in a month or two.

But if you mean a play exam I have scheduled a mandatory school examination this friday, I'm very excited and a bit nervous, this Doctor is very strict.

I have to get a physical every year so I can get a discount on my health insurance. I'll wait until the whole health crisis finally dies down to go…

Sadly, exams these days just aren't very thorough.

I'm due for a speculum in a few weeks.

I have continued having regular exams throughout Covid. My last gyno exam was just a two weeks ago.

Had physical last month. Including prostate check.

Had a physical with a new doctor about a month ago. Was very anxious and nervous about the exam since didn't know what to expect. I started going to an adult doctor a few years ago so that was already a new experience and to change again so quickly gave me some apprehension going into it.

Lol I'm way overdue. I could use one for my health.

So here is how things went:

Things went well. I found the NP to be pleasant, knowledgeable and caring. She asks me my name, DOB, today's date, where am I, why am I here and who the US president is. The exam itself was quite thorough. We discussed my lab results which were all negative other than slightly elevated cholesterol. (A first for me).

She then stated she was going to step out of the room while I undress. I stripped to my boxer briefs and upon her return she apologized for not offering a gown while reaching into a cabinet to obtain one. I do not have modesty issues. I told her I was ok without it, stating it was probably easier for her to do the job without the gown. I am in good physical condition (runner fitness) but a little underweight. She checked my BP, pulse, temp and respiration. All was fine.

She had me step on the scale 5-7 131lbs. Her remark about it "I usually have to recommend that some of my patients drop some weight. What a nice change of pace. I think it would be beneficial if you gain about a good 5 to 10 pounds, although it appears you have adequate upper body strength so I won't push the issue too much. Overall it appears you have good muscle tone and have and a well developed core. Your lab tests don't indicate any hormonal imbalances. Your weight issue is probably due to a high metabolism, nothing to worry about, however." The next thing was a little surprising. She took a tape measure out and measured my neck, chest, abdomen and hips.

Back to the table. She rubs her hand through my hair then looks in my ears. The eye tests next. Light in the eyes, follow my finger with your eyes. Then my ears, nose and mouth. She felt the glands in my neck, has me swallow and feels my thyroid.

Out comes the stethoscope. My chest and heart are both carefully stethed. Then on to my back. Breathe in/out up and down my back followed by percussion of the same areas. She then moved her fingers down my spine then applies pressure to my lower back and asks if I am in pain. No pain, just mild pressure.

"Lay back and place your hands behind your head please" and out come the leg extensions. The stethoscope now finds it's way to my throat glands and thyroid. My armpits were palpated followed by a breast exam. ( A little unusual being a man but a guy can get breast cancer ). A stethoscope exam begins of my torso. Heart, chest, and abdomen followed by some deep palpations of my 4 abdominal regions. Then a percussion of my entire torso.

I am feeling a little stressed/excited at this point as she lifts my underwear to listen to the pulses in my groin. She continues the exam by feeling my lower body from my thighs to my ankles. I have a history of running injuries so careful attention is paid to my feet. Moving them up and down, left and right.

Then I am asked to sit back up. My reflexes are tested in my arms and legs followed by upper and lower body range of motion tests.

I am asked to stand up. (I know what's coming. Ugh.) I am asked to walk back and forth across the room. Then heel to toe walking. I then had to squat down and duck walk. She then instructs me to stand up straight and slowly move my arms to my sides then reach above my head and bend over. She feels my back and slightly lowers my underwear to exam my lower back.

As I stood back up we engaged in a conversation about having a prostate exam. "I have some good news. Recent studies have indicated that the PSA test is just as accurate as a DRE, so I will be sparing you that particular unpleasantness today. I still need to check you for a hernia and a testicular exam. Please remove your shorts, place your hands at your sides with your legs shoulder width apart." She then feels my pubic hair, feels and rolls my testicles and exams my penis from head to shaft. Yes I got erect but no I was not embarrassed at all. I am reacting to stimuli, it cannot be helped. As she is conducting the exam she asks me about contraception. I respond by saying “I only gamble at the casino. I don't gamble my health, so yes I use protection.” Then the told turn your head and cough routine and the exam ended.