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Table 4 Hidden agendas revealed by patients during second consultation, overall n = 23

From: Open and hidden agendas of "asymptomatic" patients who request check-up exams

Hidden agenda

Number of patients

Psychosocial concerns

8

Patient's concept of disease

6

Illness in the social environment

3

Health concerns:

 

   - Cancer

4

   - HIV*

3

   - Heart Disease

3

   - Lifestyle (smoking, diet, drinking)

2

   - Hypertension

2

  1. *HIV = Human immunodeficiency virus