WANWISA CHAICHANA, M.D.
OB-GYN
The preparation period leading up to the "Wedding Day" is a time when many brides and grooms-to-be are busy with various arrangements for the most important day of their lives. This may cause them to overlook another equally important matter: the "Pre-marital Health Check-up." Beyond being a general physical check to plan for a perfect family life, it also includes additional screenings such as genetic diseases and certain hidden sexually transmitted infections. These checks demonstrate responsibility toward the health of your loved one and are beneficial for ensuring a safe pregnancy in the future.
Health screenings for women are highly important today, as modern lifestyles have changed. Many people focus heavily on their careers, leading to later marriages. Some begin pregnancy at an older age, and the older a woman is when she conceives, the higher the risk of various complications.
Therefore, a pre-marital health check-up for women is essential, especially for those with underlying health conditions. Not only is it a step in preparing for motherhood, but it also helps prevent risks during pregnancy and reduces the risk of transmitting infections to the baby in the future.
Health screenings for men are just as important as they are for women. Being healthy does not just mean the absence of illness or visible symptoms; it also means being free from hidden disease carriers or sexually transmitted infections that could be passed on to the baby in the future.
As the chance of transmitting diseases to one another increases, a pre-marital health check-up for men helps assess overall physical readiness. It also assists in screening for and reducing the risk of complications for their partner.
A pre-marital health check-up helps couples identify potential health risks before getting married and starting a family. Generally, it includes various screenings and tests to detect conditions such as:
STIs such as Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, Syphilis, Herpes, and HPV can spread through sexual contact. Some people may be asymptomatic but can still transmit the infection. Pre-marital screening for these diseases is vital for couples.
Genetic disorders are conditions passed from parents to children. Some can be life-threatening, such as Thalassemia, Down Syndrome, Hemophilia, Color Blindness, Leukemia, or G6PD Deficiency. Pre-marital check-ups can help identify the risk of having a child with certain genetic conditions.
Hormonal imbalances can affect a person's reproductive system and their ability to conceive, leading to issues like infertility. Checking hormone levels allows couples to plan for pregnancy or find solutions if such conditions are found.
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Additionally, screenings are available for chronic conditions such as heart disease, kidney disease, thyroid disorders, diabetes, and hypertension to support preventive healthcare.
You can choose from the following Pre-marital screening packages at Ramkhamhaeng Hospital:
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