YOUR HEALTH IS YOUR TRUE WEALTH: People over 60 are at increased risk for developing severe infectious diseases. Alexey Abyzov warned about this in a Press interview. He is a medical specialist at the medical company SberZdorovye.

This is due to natural age-related changes in the body. The immune system’s activity decreases. Chronic diseases of the heart, blood vessels, respiratory system, and endocrine system occur more frequently. All of this makes the body more vulnerable to infections and can lead to more severe illnesses,’ he explained.

According to him, older people may not have any complaints specific to a particular disease. For example, there might not be an increase in body temperature.

‘Confusion and weakness may also develop. These factors can lead to delayed presentation and complicate diagnosis. Influenza is one of the most dangerous infections for the elderly.

Patients in this group have a higher risk of developing severe complications. These include pneumonia and heart failure. They also have an increased risk of worsening cardiovascular disease and diabetes, if present,’ the expert added.

Pneumonia should also be treated with caution. ‘It can be caused by viruses, such as coronaviruses, as well as bacteria, such as pneumococcus, and fungi.

In older people, this disease can lead to respiratory failure, heart failure, and lung abscesses. Patients with weakened immune systems or chronic respiratory diseases, such as asthma, are particularly vulnerable,’ the specialist warned.

It is noted that meningococcal meningitis affects the membranes of the brain and spinal cord. It also poses a serious threat to health.

‘Older patients are at risk of developing severe neurological disorders. These include hearing loss, motor impairment, and cognitive decline. They may also face other serious consequences.

Urinary tract infections are also a health risk for older people. They can occur due to existing anatomical changes, such as prostate adenoma in men and pelvic organ prolapse in women.

This can lead to impaired urine flow and increase the risk of severe complications, including renal failure,’ the doctor added.

He noted that despite the decline in tuberculosis incidence, this infection remains a threat to the health of older people.

‘This is due to the long asymptomatic course of the disease. It leads to late detection and the development of severe forms,’ ​​he said.

It is noted that in order to prevent infectious diseases, it is important to adhere to a number of measures.

You should have regular medical examinations and health checks. If you have chronic illnesses, it’s also important to follow your doctor’s recommendations,’ our source concluded. 

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