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Tell parents: The following 5 types of diseases are geriatric diseases, or do not need to be excessive**.
With the aging of the population, the health problems of the elderly are becoming more and more concerned by the society. Many elderly people are plagued by various diseases, however, some diseases actually appear naturally with age and do not need to be excessive.
This article will cover the five common geriatric disorders and how to treat them properly.
1. Osteoarthritis.
Osteoarthritis is a common geriatric disease in which the joints gradually wear out with age, causing symptoms such as pain and stiffness. However, excessive osteoarthritis may bring unnecessary*** For example, some elderly people will become overly dependent on painkillers, leading to problems such as stomach ulcers, liver and kidney damage, etc. Therefore, for osteoarthritis, the right thing to do is to exercise moderately, lose weight, avoid standing or sitting for long periods of time, and use medications rationally under the guidance of a doctor.
2. Senile hearing loss.
Senile hearing loss is a very common phenomenon in the elderly, with increasing age, hearing gradually declines, and even deafness develops. However, many older adults do not take this seriously or rely too much on hearing aids. In fact, senile hearing loss is a natural physiological phenomenon, and excessive ** will not have a significant effect. The correct thing to do is to have regular hearing check-ups, use hearing aids rationally under the guidance of a doctor, and maintain a good lifestyle and diet.
3. Enlarged prostate.
Prostatic hypertrophy is a common disease in older men, and as we age, the prostate gland gradually enlarges, resulting in symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and incomplete urination. However, excessive** prostate enlargement may carry unnecessary surgical risks and complications. The correct approach is to maintain good lifestyle habits, such as quitting smoking and limiting alcohol, avoiding sitting for long periods of time, and at the same time having regular prostate examinations and rational use of drugs under the guidance of doctors.
4. Senile constipation.
Senile constipation is also a common geriatric condition in which bowel function gradually weakens due to aging, leading to constipation. However, excessive** senile constipation may bring problems such as drug dependence and intestinal dysbiosis. The correct thing to do is to maintain a moderate amount of exercise, drink plenty of water, increase dietary fiber intake, and use medications rationally under the guidance of a doctor.
5. Senile insomnia.
Insomnia is a problem that many older people face, and the quality of sleep gradually decreases due to age.
However, excessive** insomnia may lead to drug dependence and other health problems. The right thing to do is to establish a regular sleep schedule, maintain a good sleep environment, avoid excessive consumption of stimulant drinks, etc., while maintaining a positive mindset and mood. If insomnia is severe, you can use an appropriate amount of sleeping pills to assist you in sleep under the guidance of your doctor.
In short, for the above five common geriatric diseases, we do not need to overdo it.
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