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NewsMen offer many excuses for avoiding the doctor. But medical experts say the risks of waiting too long outweigh any benefits of avoiding temporary inconvenience or discomfort.
Studies show that only about 60% of American males age 22-65 see a doctor for an annual physical. Other studies show that many men only see a doctor when they think they may have a serious medical condition.