Improving Weakness and Numbness in Elderly Hands and Feet
Weakness in the limbs? Grandpa often complains of weakness and numbness in his hands. What can the doctor do to improve these symptoms?
Dr. Ouyang Wenzhen Reply:
Johnson should be over 65 years old! He often complains of "weakness and numbness in his hands," which may indicate poor cerebral and peripheral blood circulation or a potential stroke. Additionally, some elderly individuals with dementia and depression may present with...[Read More] Improving Weakness and Numbness in Elderly Hands and Feet
Understanding and Supporting Elderly Relatives with Hallucinations and Memory Issues
Elderly individuals at home? My grandmother (85 years old) has started to exhibit a state where she converses with imagined people since yesterday, as if she is talking to the air and interacting with it. In terms of memory, she does not have a clear understanding of her current ...
Dr. Shen Zhengnan Reply:
Mr. Lin may be exhibiting signs of dementia. It is best to consult a psychiatrist to determine the underlying causes. Learning caregiving techniques and providing reality orientation can be helpful, but in severe cases, medication treatment may be necessary.[Read More] Understanding and Supporting Elderly Relatives with Hallucinations and Memory Issues
Understanding Memory Decline in the Elderly: What to Do Next?
Could you please provide more details about the symptoms? Doctor, my grandmother has started showing signs of memory decline over the past six months. She is currently 84 years old, and since I am the only one at home with her, I can clearly notice that she seems to be getting fo...
Dr. Ouyang Wenzhen Reply:
Hello Theolin, your mother is experiencing gradual memory decline and is already 84 years old, which makes it very likely that she has Alzheimer's disease, similar to former President Reagan. Currently, there are medications available for treatment, and after an evaluation b...[Read More] Understanding Memory Decline in the Elderly: What to Do Next?
Managing Sleep Disorders and Depression in the Elderly: A Clinical Perspective
Sleep disorders in the elderly, depression in the elderly? Currently, at Chimei Hospital, the patient is taking the following medications: in the morning, one tablet of Sulpiride 50 mg and one tablet of Fluoxetine 20 mg for depression, along with antihypertensive and osteoporosis...
Dr. Ouyang Wenzhen Reply:
Hello, Miss Hsiang-Lan. I would like to know the age of the person you are inquiring about. If they are over 65 years old and experiencing insomnia, depression, or memory issues, they can schedule an initial consultation with our geriatric psychiatry specialists at our hospital. ...[Read More] Managing Sleep Disorders and Depression in the Elderly: A Clinical Perspective
Understanding Medication Side Effects in Elderly Patients: A Guide
Side effects of medications? Hello Doctor: Following your advice, I took my grandmother to see a doctor, but after taking the following medications: Supride, Dogmatyl, Nicergoline, and Sermion, she experienced body weakness, generalized fatigue, and was unable to move, even strug...
Dr. Ouyang Wenzhen Reply:
Hello, regarding elderly patients with dementia, they are very sensitive to medications. The choice of medication and dosage should start from the minimum effective dose and be increased slowly. It is advisable to prefer newer generation antipsychotic medications. Supride and Dog...[Read More] Understanding Medication Side Effects in Elderly Patients: A Guide
Caring for an Elderly Relative: Signs of Dementia and What to Do
Elderly individuals with dementia at home? My grandmother at home is 92 years old and, considering her physical condition, she is doing quite well. Her mental state is also relatively stable; she can still walk around with a cane. However, recently I have been concerned that she ...
Dr. Ouyang Wenzhen Reply:
Hello, Xiao Fei! Your grandmother may indeed have dementia, specifically Alzheimer's disease. The likelihood of developing dementia increases with age, and by the age of 85 and older, approximately 20% of individuals may have dementia. Your grandmother's tendency to onl...[Read More] Caring for an Elderly Relative: Signs of Dementia and What to Do
Understanding Dementia: Symptoms, Age of Onset, and Prevention Tips
Dementia in the elderly At what age do symptoms of dementia typically begin to appear in the elderly? What are the common symptoms? Are there any nutritional supplements or health products that can help prevent it? Could you provide some recommendations? Thanks!
Dr. Ouyang Wenzhen Reply:
Hello Wanrong: (1) The most common types of dementia in the elderly are vascular dementia and Alzheimer's disease, which together account for 80-85% of all dementia cases. Vascular dementia typically occurs gradually or suddenly after a stroke, with onset not strictly age-d...[Read More] Understanding Dementia: Symptoms, Age of Onset, and Prevention Tips