I guess I'm a typical 57 year old. Never wanted to go and see the doctor. Hated doctors. Wanted nothing to do with them. But a year ago, I had to get a physical for work, and the doctor found a suspicious growth in my prostate that turned out to be cancer. I was never so scared in my life. Fortunately, I was able to have it removed surgically, and except for a little discomfort (and a week of wearing depends) it all worked out fine. I have to say that my doctors were fantastic.
Now I urge every man I meet over 50 to have a check up. It's not as bad as you imagine it. And your family will thank you.