Geriatric And Palliative Care

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• Gastrointestinal disease treatment: Elderly people are at increased risk of developing gastrointestinal disorders due to altered digestion and modifications in the gastrointestinal flora. The symptoms commonly experienced by the elderly are constipation, gastritis, acidity, and indigestion.
• Urinary disease treatment: There is a high risk of urinary tract infections in the elderly. Further, the elderly have several other urological conditions, such as urinary incontinence, urinary retention, and chronic kidney disease. In addition, benign prostatic hyperplasia is a common condition in elderly males.
• Joint disease treatment: There is a reduction in the lubrication and cushioning properties of the joints with age. It results in arthritis, due to which the patient experiences swelling and inflammation. Elderly women are at risk of developing post-menopausal osteoporosis. Bone density also reduces with age, making the elderly more vulnerable to fractures.
• Skin disease treatment: The skin loses its elasticity and immunological properties with aging. The elderly are more prone to infections, such as fungal or bacterial foot infections, cellulitis, and viral infections. The other skin conditions are pigmentary changes, cancerous and non-cancerous skin growths, and blistering disorders.
• Heart disease management:People over the age of 65 are at increased risk of developing coronary artery disease, heart failure, and stroke. It is important to undergo routine cardiovascular screening, especially for those with higher cardiovascular disease risk. It ensures timely diagnosis and optimal treatment.
• Diabetes management: There is a high incidence of diabetes in the elderly population due to impaired function of pancreatic cells and increased insulin resistance. If left untreated, it causes severe complications and damages organs, such as the kidneys, eyes, and nerves. Diabetes also increases the risk of urinary incontinence, falls, dementia, hearing loss, and depression.
• Management of Hearing Issues: Aging loud noise, underlying chronic conditions, and infections increases the risk of hearing loss in the elderly. The hearing loss is due to changes in the inner and middle ear and alterations in the nerve pathways. Treatment options include hearing aids and assistive devices, such as amplifiers.
• Neurological disease management: Elderly people also suffer from cognitive impairment and other psychological disorders. Cognitive decline may be due to hormonal alterations, side effects of medications, and depression. Psychological disorders may be as a result of anxiety, psychosis, and social isolation.
• Palliative care: Palliative care provides customized medical care to patients suffering from serious illnesses, such as cancer, kidney failure, or end-stage liver disease. Palliative care aims to reduce symptoms and improve the overall quality of life.