26/05/2026
These 5 screenings are non-negotiable after 20.
Not because something is wrong.
But because knowing is always better than guessing.
1. Pelvic & Abdominal Ultrasound:
Fibroids don't wait until you're 40, they can start growing in your 20s. Fibroid affects 7 out of 10 women in Nigeria.
Ovarian cysts are also common and often silent.
This screening helps detect:
• Uterine fibroids (which can affect fertility and cause heavy bleeding)
• Ovarian cyst
• Endometriosis
The earlier you know, the more options you have.
2. Breast Imaging (Ultrasound + Mammogram)
Breast cancer is the #1 cancer affecting Nigerian women. It doesn't always come with a lump.
For women in their 20s and 30s, breast ultrasound is the go-to, it's excellent for dense breast tissue
For women 40+, a mammogram is essential.
When breast cancer is caught early, the survival rate is over 90%.
When caught late? The story changes.
3. Cervical Cancer Screening (Pap Smear + HPV Test)
Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer in Nigerian women.
But it is preventable.
The Pap smear detects precancerous changes years before cancer develops.
The HPV test checks for the virus that causes most cervical cancers.
Cervical cancer doesn't hurt until it's advanced, by the time you feel pain, it's advanced. A 10-minute test could save your life.
4. Thyroid Function Test + Thyroid Ultrasound
Thyroid disorders are 10 times more common in women than men.
And here's the thing thyroid nodules are common in young women, most are benign but some need monitoring, you won't know without an ultrasound.
The TFT test is a blood test that measures your thyroid hormones (T3, T4, TSH).
Your thyroid controls your metabolism, energy levels, mood, menstrual cycle and fertility
If you always feel tired, gaining weight without explanation, your thyroid might be crying for help.
5. Comprehensive Blood Panel
A comprehensive blood test tells the following:
• Full Blood Count
• Blood Sugar
• Lipid Profile
• Iron Studies
• Kidney & Liver Function
Many of these conditions have no symptoms until they've done damage, these 5 screenings are essential for every woman within or above 20.
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