Care for the Elderly
Human development peaks at approximately 20-25 years old; from that point on, the body and organs slowly deteriorate towards old age. The definition of at which age one is considered elderly can vary from country to country, but usually means above the age of retirement, or after 65 years of age.
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Who is a geriatric specialist?
A geriatrician is a specialist in internal medicine who has undergone additional training specifically in the care and treatment of the elderly.
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Do not take it lightly if you have blood in your urine.
Normally, our body excretes about 1,000,000 red blood cells in the urine each day. When the urine is centrifuged in the laboratory and then examined under
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Elderly and Vitamin B12 Deficiency
In the elderly, vitamin B12 deficiency is often found due to various reasons. Sometimes, symptoms of this vitamin deficiency may occur, which can be detected continuously through physical examinations.
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Kidneys and the Elderly
Certainly, the answers that arise can be varied, but generally, reporting results in this manner often causes considerable alarm among the elderly. They fear they may need to undergo dialysis, are worried about what the cause could be, what steps should be taken next, whether their kidney function will return to normal, what medication might be used, and whether they will need to take kidney cleansing drugs. Therefore, in this article, we will come to understand about the changes in kidney function as one enters old age.
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Difficulty Urinating in the Elderly
Difficulty in holding urine or urinary incontinence in the elderly is increasingly becoming a common problem in today's society. The condition is uncontrollable, leading to difficulties in daily life and causing anxiety about socializing.
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Fragility in the Elderly
Fragility is not a disease, but it is considered a significant and commonly encountered health issue in the elderly, affecting both their physical and mental states. Individuals who are fragile experience reduced physical capabilities in various bodily systems, which can exacerbate the severity of illnesses, cognitive impairments, and diminished motor functions. This includes both walking and balancing abilities, potentially leading to falls and ultimately resulting in a state of dependency.
Impact of PM2.5 on the elderly
Elderly people typically develop degenerative changes which making this special population become more susceptible to get sick, especially in some elderly people who have had underlying diseases.
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Doctor Talk: Longevity Health Check for the Elderly
Doctor Talk: Longevity Health Check for the Elderly
Social Media and the Elderly
Currently, social media serves as a platform to disseminate news, information, experience sharing and connecting with friends and family. Many might think that social media is the exclusive domain for the younger generation. However, many of elderly have adopted social media to pace up with time as well as keep themselves connected with friends and other family members.
Greatest of 50 – How to Improve Health and Fitness
Time passes and our bodies change. The loss of muscle, bone and fat under the skin, along with changes in collagen and elastin, is making fine lines and wrinkles more dramatic.
Do Not Overlook Malnutrition in Older Adults
Good nutrition is critical to overall health and well-being. Malnutrition is common among the elderly. In developed countries, around 15% of the elderly are malnourished.