Elderly, Geriatrics FAQ - Page 2

Grandma is emotionally unstable? Hello, Doctor: My grandmother is 98 years old. About a month ago, she mentioned feeling alternating hot and cold in the mornings, getting so hot that she needed a fan and wore short sleeves, then suddenly feeling cold and shivering. However, for t...

Hypertensive eye problems A 64-year-old elderly female with a history of hypertension and hyperlipidemia for 14 years has recently experienced intermittent conjunctival injection in her right eye, occurring approximately every two to three months, without affecting her vision. Th...

What should be the dietary and care considerations for a patient with moderate dementia combined with hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, asthma, and a history of right joint replacement surgery? Hello, doctor. Regarding the topic... My mother-in-law started living with us af...

Severe somnolence? I would like to ask about my grandfather, who has been experiencing severe drowsiness for the past couple of months and is almost impossible to wake up. He was hospitalized for three weeks starting December 10th last year, during which he was somewhat more aler...

Dementia in the elderly with concomitant delirium? Hello, my grandmother is 78 years old. Five years ago, she collapsed suddenly due to lung cancer and exhibited seizure-like symptoms. After surgery (without chemotherapy), she suddenly displayed aggressive behavior towards others...

Which type of dementia does it belong to? My grandfather is nearly 80 years old and has been experiencing a disrupted sleep-wake cycle in recent months, with increasing daytime sleepiness. He has also lost a significant amount of weight and takes a long time to eat, needing to ch...

Grandpa woke up in the morning and forgot everything? Yesterday everything was fine, but this morning at 5 AM, my grandmother tried to wake my grandfather, but he didn't respond. They discovered that he had wet the bed. When my mother and grandmother tried to help him change...

Abnormal behavior in the elderly Hello Dr. Shen, My father is 79 years old and has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease for about 10 years. In recent years, the effectiveness of his medication has decreased, and his mobility has become increasingly impaired. His cognitiv...

Grandmother's psychological issues? Hello, doctor. My grandmother has been experiencing symptoms of depression, panic, and anxiety. She has needed family companionship for many years, which has been a significant concern for us. I live in a single-parent household, and my fa...

Frequent urination in the elderly? Hello Dr. Liang, I would like to inquire about an elderly person (80 years old) who has a very low food intake, averaging about ten bowel movements a day, but actually has very little stool. They often feel bloated in the lower abdomen, but the ...

Elderly lower limb weakness? Hello, Dr. Liang. I have an elder at home who is 66 years old. Recently, she has expressed that her left leg feels loose, as if the flesh is not firmly attached to the bone. The right leg does not have this sensation. Additionally, she often experienc...

Tracheostomy in the elderly? Grandma is already 82 years old and is currently in the hospital due to unexplained swelling of the esophagus, which is compressing her airway and causing difficulty in breathing. She has been placed on a ventilator and has received antibiotics, stayi...

Elderly patients experiencing foot pain and swelling? My father is currently 65 years old and has recently been experiencing foot pain, particularly in the knee and ankle areas. On days when he walks a lot, by the afternoon, the sole of his right foot and ankle become swollen, an...

Hematuria in the elderly? My father had a mild stroke about three years ago and has diabetes, which he manages with blood sugar control. Recently, we have noticed (1) a significant decline in his memory and cognitive function, (2) occasional hematuria without pain, and (3) a bloo...

Profuse sweating all over the body? Hello, I have an elderly family member with dementia who is currently being fed through a nasogastric tube. Recently, they experienced shortness of breath due to phlegm, and their heart rate dropped to around 45, which required admission to the...

Unilateral lower limb edema? Hello Dr. Liang: My mother is 80 years old and has thyroid nodules. She has been on antithyroid medication for many years. Last night, we suddenly noticed significant swelling in the dorsum of her right lower leg, without any pain, and the appearance ...

The patient has not been eating much for 2-3 days? An 88-year-old patient with hypertension, diabetes, and benign prostatic hyperplasia who is wheelchair-bound and experiencing a lack of appetite and energy may require a comprehensive approach. Here are some suggestions: 1. **Co...

Sleep Issues in the Elderly Dear Dr. Lin, Hello, my father is 82 years old. Recently, he caught a cold, and two days ago, he started experiencing involuntary shaking of his hands and feet while sleeping, as well as talking in his sleep. Since my father values health and has not ...

Dad's appetite has significantly decreased? Dr. Liang: My father is 92 years old and has symptoms of hypertension, heart disease, and asthma, for which he is on regular medication. He currently has limited mobility (he can walk slowly but can no longer go down stairs). His a...

Elderly Issues Hello doctor, my father is 84 years old. He often forgets things and forgets what he has done. He has heart disease and experiences daily headaches. Could you please explain if he might have dementia?