Men's health in Naas

Men present later. That is the single clearest pattern in men's health, and it is why a straightforward, unhurried appointment matters — most of what gets left is easier to deal with when raised early.

What this covers at our Naas clinic

Men's health appointments cover general health assessment as well as the specific concerns men commonly raise.

• General health check and cardiovascular risk assessment
• Blood pressure measurement and review
• Cholesterol and blood glucose testing
• Prostate health discussion and PSA testing where appropriate
• Testicular examination and assessment of lumps
• Erectile dysfunction assessment — often an early cardiovascular sign
• Weight, alcohol and smoking review with practical support
• Mental health, stress and low mood
• Sexual health screening and advice
• Referral to urology and other specialist services

What to expect

1. Booking

   Phone the practice on 045 850060. You do not need to explain the reason in detail to reception — saying it is a men's health appointment is enough.

2. The appointment

   Your GP will take a history, measure the relevant baseline observations, and examine where clinically indicated.

3. Testing

   Bloods and other tests are arranged where they will change what happens next, rather than as a matter of routine.

4. Results and plan

   Results are reviewed by a GP and explained to you, along with what — if anything — needs to happen next.

Who this is for

These appointments suit men at any age registered with the practice.

• Men who have not had a health check in some years
• Men with a family history of heart disease, diabetes or prostate cancer
• Men with symptoms they have been putting off raising
• Men over 40 wanting a cardiovascular risk assessment
• Medical card and GP visit card holders, and private patients

A note on PSA testing

PSA is a blood test sometimes used in the assessment of prostate health. It is not a straightforward screening test — a raised result does not necessarily mean cancer, and a normal result does not entirely exclude it. That is why it is discussed with a GP before it is taken, so you understand what the result can and cannot tell you.

If you have urinary symptoms, a family history of prostate cancer, or you simply want to talk it through, book an appointment and raise it. The discussion itself is part of the care.