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Is talk therapy effective for geriatric depression?

My grandmother had depression ever since my grandfather died, and it's affecting her everyday routine. She takes Prozac for her depression, but it's not working. Do you think...
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What are the warning signs of Alzheimer's?

My grandfather has a lot of moments of confusion and memory loss, and I'm scared that these could be symptoms of Alzheimer's. Are there other warning signs of Alzheimer's that...
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Should I switch my mother's doctor to a geriatrician?

My mother is nearing 70 years old, and we still both go to the same doctor. I think she should go to someone who specializes in patients her age, but she doesn't get what the...
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Hot flashes after menopause. Normal?

My mother is 70-years-old, and went through menopause when she was 55 years old. However, even though she's in seventies, she's still experiencing hot flashes. Is this normal?...
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How can I help my mother's emotional outbursts?

My mother ends up having emotional outbursts at random points throughout the day. Is there anything that I can do to stop them?
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Can you suggest some home care palliative tips for patient suffering from lung cancer?

My father is suffering from lung cancer, but now his treatment has ended and we're caring for him at home. Can you suggest some home care palliative tips on how we can make him...
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My mother is unable to sleep at night. What can we do?

My mother is unable to sleep at night and ends up sleeping all morning. Is there anything that we can do for this?
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My mother has been hallucinating. Is it due to her medication?

My mother has been hallucinating a lot lately. Could it be due to her medicine dosage? Her nursing home has her on antipsychotics.
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What could be the reason my mother is just not eating?

Ever since my father passed away, my mother has been feeling very low and hasn't been eating much since his death. Could this be depression?
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Is Zofran safe for elderly?

My mother feels nausea before and after eating anything. Can I give her Zofran before her meals? Is this safe for her to use? She's 80 years old.
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What can I take to prevent hypokalemia for my mom?

My mother has kidney disease and has slipped into a hypokalemia state two times. Is there anything that we can to prevent any future episodes of hypokalemia?
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Where can I find clinical trials for mild cognitive disorder?

Where can I find clinical trials for mild cognitive disorder?
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My mother is suffering from hallucinations. What is the treatment for this?

My mother is 82 years old and is suffering from hallucinations. What can be done to help her?
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Could anesthesia be the reason for my father's confusion?

My father is 80 years old and underwent surgery receiving general anesthesia . Since his surgery, he is having a lot of confusion. Could his confusion be the result of the anesthesia?...
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My mother no longer has an appetite, but she has to eat for her medications. What should I do?

My mother is 78 years old and has been diagnosed with multiple health conditions. The amount of food that she has eaten has decreased drastically, and the amount of medications...
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My mother has multiple health complications. Should we see a geriatrician?

My mother is 78 years old and is suffering from multiple health ailments. She is unable to eat properly and the medicines are too much for her to take. Do you think a geriatrician...
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Should I see a geriatrician for my father's alzheimer's disease?

My father has been suffering from alzheimer's disease. It is becoming difficult to manage his condition. Do you think a geriatrician will be of some help?
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Why is my mother experiencing constipation and a lack of appetite?

My mother is 76 years old. Recently, she has been having constipation, and does not seem to have an appetite. What could be causing this?
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How should we deal with cancer in an elderly person?

My father is 80 years old and has recently been diagnosed with a growing cancer in his stomach. He is too weak to take the treatment. What should we do now?
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Hi. How do you bring a patient in denial and possible paranoia to be seen?

My mother, 74 yo, is suffering from forgetfulness, confusion and more mental health related symptoms. She hasn't been mentally well for long before she got old. How do I bring...
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