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Early Disease Detection - Screening, 11 to 24 Years

Generally, your child or teen is evaluated yearly. At each well-child visit, the doctor will check your child's growth and development and examine your child for possible problems.

Normal checks include:

  • School and behavioral concerns, such as failing classes or dropping out of school, relationship problems with friends and family that affect home or school life, severe mood swings, lack of interest in normal activities and withdrawal from others, being physically aggressive, becoming sexually active, and drinking alcohol or using tobacco or drugs.
  • Blood pressure. Your child or teen should have his or her blood pressure checked at a yearly medical checkup. After age 21, he or she should follow the adult blood pressure screening guidelines.
  • Hearing.
  • Scoliosis.
  • Vision (children and teens).
  • Vision (adults).
  • Height and weight.

Other tests may include:

Pregnant women or those trying to become pregnant may be screened for genetic conditions, sexually transmitted diseases, and other conditions. For more information, see the topic Pregnancy.

Dental checkups are recommended for all children, teens, and young adults once or twice a year.

For more information on the milestones of teen growth and development, see the topics Growth and Development, Ages 11 to 14 Years and Growth and Development, Ages 15 to 18 Years.

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Last Updated: February 29, 2008
This information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information.
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