From Pap smears to colonoscopy: Gastroenterologist Dr Sreedhara V shares the screenings adults need by age and gender

Dr Sreedhara V, surgical gastroenterologist at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru, recommends preventive screenings based on age and gender.

Many cancers develop silently without early symptoms; screening can detect premalignant changes before cancer develops.

Adults in their 20s and 30s benefit from regular blood pressure tests due to increased stress.

Specific screenings like Pap smears and colonoscopy are advised for certain age and gender groups.

Regular health check-ups aid early detection and improve treatment outcomes.