Geriatrics

Dementia is a common geriatric syndrome that affects cognitive function, including memory, language, and executive function.

Osteoporosis is the gradual loss of bone mass and density that occurs with aging, making bones more fragile and prone to fractures.

Poor vision, muscle weakness, and certain medications can all contribute to falls in older adults.

The accumulation of amyloid plaques and neurofibrillary tangles in the brain is a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease.

Essential tremor is a common geriatric condition characterized by involuntary shaking of the hands, head, or other body parts.

Sarcopenia is the gradual loss of muscle mass and strength that occurs with aging.

Dysphagia is a common geriatric condition characterized by difficulty swallowing.

Presbycusis is the gradual loss of hearing that occurs with aging.

Sleep apnea is a common geriatric condition characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness.

Macular degeneration is the gradual loss of vision that occurs with aging.

Mixed incontinence is a common geriatric condition characterized by difficulty controlling urination.

Elastosis is the gradual loss of skin elasticity and wrinkles that occurs with aging.

Diabetes insipidus is a common geriatric condition characterized by excessive thirst and urination.

Osteoporosis is the gradual loss of bone density and increased risk of fractures that occurs with aging.

Insomnia is a common geriatric condition characterized by difficulty initiating or maintaining sleep.