They're important
It is officially the wedding season. If
you don’t already have a dozen of wedding invites and functions to
attend, chances are you might be preparing for your own wedding. From
finalising the wedding invite, the lehenga of your choice to zeroing in
on the venue, planning a wedding is no child’s play.
A lot of
people believe in checking the compatibility of the stars of the bride
and groom to predict the state of their married life. However, there is
one very crucial aspect of a happy and healthy relationship that often
gets ignored--the health of the couple.
4 Medical tests
So, before you decide to spend the rest of
your life with someone, it is important to be aware of your partner’s
medical status. As you gear up for the D-day, get these four medical
tests done to be better equipped and prepared for any hurdles that may
come your way.
Infertility test
An infertility test is designed to let you
know the health of ovaries and the sperm count. Since there are no clear
symptoms of infertility, it is important to undergo these tests if you
are planning to have a baby in the future or even have a normal sex
life. When you know the results beforehand, it helps you in seeking the
correct course of treatment, if required.
Blood group compatibility test
It may not seem like a very important test
but if you are planning to procreate, it is crucial that you and your
partner have the same Rh factor (Rhesus factor). If your blood groups
aren’t compatible with each other, it may create complications during
pregnancy. An Rh incompatibility can be fatal for the second child as it
is a condition where the antibodies in a pregnant woman's blood destroy
her baby's blood cells.
Genetically transmitted conditions test
Genetic conditions can be easily transferred
from one generation to the other. Hence, it is important to get tested
for these chronic medical conditions before it gets too late. Some of
the diseases include breast cancer, colon cancer, kidney diseases and
diabetes. Timely diagnosis can also help in getting proper treatment for
these medical conditions before they turn life-threatening.
STD test
Since it is common for people to indulge
in premarital sex, it is a good idea for both the partners to get tested
for sexually transmitted diseases. These diseases include HIV/AIDS,
gonorrhoea, herpes, syphilis and hepatitis C. Since some of these
medical conditions are life-threatening and can last lifelong, it is a
must to get an STD test done.
In case your partner’s test
reports turn out to be positive, it can save you from the psychological
and psychological trauma that you may face in the future and give you
clarity whether you wish to go ahead with the wedding or not.