10 Diseases That Are Often Experienced When Entering The Age Of 40

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JAKARTA - Entering the age of 40, the body begins to show various changes that can increase the risk of experiencing a number of health problems.

Some of them include overactive bladders, kidney stones, high blood pressure, to mental disorders such as depression and anxiety.

Here are 10 diseases that are often experienced before the age of 40 and how to overcome them, as reported by VOI from the Health page on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.

Overactive bladder (OAB) occurs when the bladder contractes excessively. This causes the urge to urinate frequently.

Although it can occur at any age, this disease is most often experienced by middle-aged adults. Overactive bladder treatment solutions are bladder bone training, Kegel exercise, to muscle relaxation.

In the middle of the 40s, many women began to experience symptoms of perimenopaus. Symptoms include hot flashes, irregular menstrual periods, or heavy bleeding.

Symptoms of perimenopaus are caused by decreased hormone levels, including testosterone. The treatment that can be done is hormone therapy to help relieve symptoms.

Kidney rock is a clot of minerals formed in the urinary tract. This often causes tremendous pain. The risk of kidney stones increases after the age of 40, especially in men, although women can also experience it. The prevention is to stay hydrated and make changes in diet.

urinary tract infections occur more frequently in men and women in their 40s. In women, changes in the pH and thinning of the vaginal walls can increase the risk of UTI. In men, prostate enlargement (vanign prostate hyperplasia/BPH) is often the cause. The treatment is antibiotics according to a doctor's prescription.

Food allergies not only develop in childhood, many adults are also starting to experience them. Foods such as shells and tree beans are often the main cause. Signs of allergies are difficulty breathing, stomach cramps, or itching. If you experience these symptoms, consult an allergic doctor immediately.

Osteoartritis, the most common type oflving, often appears in its 40s due to the aus of prone bones in joints. Prevention is a healthy diet and weight exercise can help maintain joint health.

Hypertension or high blood pressure is often diagnosed in the 40s. If not treated, this condition could increase the risk of a heart attack or stroke.

High blood pressure management options include taking medication according to recipe, reducing salt consumption, exercising regularly, and managing stress

Men often have difficulty maintaining an erection in their 40s, often due to health conditions such as obesity, hypertension, or metabolic syndrome. The treatment is an improvement in intimate relationships that can help overcome this problem.

Skin cancer is one of the conditions that can appear in middle age. The continuous exposure of sunlight contributes to the occurrence of basal cell carcinomas and scuamosa cells, while a combination of sun exposure and genetic factors can trigger melanoma. The prevention is using sunscreen and routine checks for changes in fly droppings.

The challenges of living in the age of 40, such as financial problems, caring for the elderly, or facing physical changes. This can exacerbate mental disorders such as depression or anxiety. The solution is to talk to a friend or meet a therapist for support.