With age, adults become more susceptible to various types of health problems. They are called geriatric syndromes, and they are problems that usually have more than one cause and involve several organs of the body. As a result, they affect the life of the patient and his family greatly if left undiagnosed or treated.

A geriatrician with advanced training in the care of older adults can play an important role in diagnosing and managing these syndromes.

Geriatric syndromes include the following health problems:

Inability to control urine

Frequent falls

Osteoporosis

Depression

Polypharmacy

Cognitive decline and delirium

Insomnia

Loss of muscle mass in the body

There are many treatments available for these conditions that can help you maintain your independence and quality of life.

This article was written by Dr. Heba Ezz El Arab, senior consultant of Geriatrics.

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