- female
- 70 Years
- 31/03/2021
At what age does your immune system weaken?
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One's immune system is said to grow weak by passing age. Although there's no one number which applies for all, most research showed that commonly by 65 years our immune system may decline allowing for more infections and diseases to take hold.
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Consult a Geriatrician
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View allMy granddad's been stuck in bed for quite a while now, and he's developed bed sores. I'm really worried about him, and I'm trying to figure out what the best medicines might be to help with this situation. Could you guide me on this?
To help treat bed sores, it is important to keep the affected area clean and dry. Using medicated dressings can also help promote healing. One commonly used medication is hydrocolloid dressings, such as Duoderm, which can help maintain a moist environment for healing. Additionally, topical antibiotics like silver sulfadiazine cream, such as Silvadene, can be used to prevent infection in the sores. It is important to consult with a healthcare provider for proper assessment and management of bed sores, as they may require a combination of treatments tailored to your grandfather's specific condition.
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I'm trying to figure out which Shelcal tablet would be best for my 65-year-old mom. The doctor prescribed one Shelcal a day. There are a bunch of options out therelike Shelcal 500, Shelcal HD, Shelcal CT, Shelcal OS, ShelcalHD 12, Shelcal M, Shelcal 250 mg, and Shelcal K. It's a bit overwhelming, and I just want to make sure I pick the right one for her. Could you help me understand which one might be the most suitable?
You should seek clarification from your prescribing doctor, because each type of Shelcal tablet has different contents.
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I'm concerned about my mom. She's 60 and her doctor just prescribed Solacid syrup. Can you explain why this medication is needed? Is there an alternative brand we could consider?
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