Going to a Geriatrician
Dear Doctor, I am 61 years old and in fairly good health. When is a good time to start seeing a geriatrician to ensure healthy aging?
Hypertension Medication Side Effects
Dear Doctor, I am on multiple medications for high blood pressure prescribed my cardiologist; my blood pressure was extremely difficult to get under control, but this regimen has been working for me for the last 10 years. I have now developed some incontinence…
Medication Mania – Polypharmacy
Dear Doctor, My father was recently hospitalized and has come to live with me since his discharge. He was discharged on 5 new medications from the hospital. What complicates the situation …
Depression in Older Adults
Dear Doctor, My mother’s only brother was 15 years older than her. When his wife of 45 years died of cancer, he had a very difficult time adjusting to “single life” again…
Dementia
Dear Doctor, My mother was recently in the hospital; I was reviewing her discharge paperwork and it states that she has dementia. Before the hospitalization, she was living independently and managing her finances…