One of the things that most worries the children and grandchildren of older people is their well-being. It is no nonsense to say that, as we age, health is often in the spotlight.
Un warning symptom is dizziness. With this publication we are going to explain to you what causes dizziness in an elderly person and some possible solutions to take into account.
Dizziness in the elderly, main causes
Even though the dizzinessThey can affect anyone at any age, it is important to know what causes them and what treatment is necessary. There is many different causes which may indicate dizziness, such as unsteadiness, lightheadedness, and feelings of vertigo
Below we tell you some of the main reasons that cause dizziness in the elderly:
Degeneration of the spine
One of the causes of dizziness in older people or the elderly is due to progressive degeneration of the spine.
This degeneration causes the neck to not function properly and causes mismatches between head position and gravity. This imbalance can cause dizziness, imbalances in sensory signals that cause imbalances and which in turn can lead to falls.
Hypertension and cerebrovascular diseases.
Hypertension, like some cerebrovascular diseases, area condition that can cause dizziness in older people. Likewise, we must also add the dehydration, something that can affect anyone.
In these cases, it is recommended do not move abruptly, if you are lying down sit before standing, and of course, be properly hydrated.
Incorrect taking of medications
One cause of dizziness that can be avoided very easily is the iincorrect taking of medications. Take the wrong or miscalculated medication, beyond possible dizziness, can lead to more serious problems.
En IMA Health we put at the service of people who need it un monthly medication organization service, which you can receive at home. Our service is completely free and we collaborate with pharmacies to be able offer, on a monthly basis, the entire month's medication separated by doses.
In this way, we make it easier for the person to always take their medication correctly, since it has been prepared by professionals.
Besides, a medication incompatibility can also lead to loss of stability. From the IMA Health collaborating pharmacy, the pharmacist will be aware of the patient's clinical history, setting off alarms if necessary.
Positional vertigo
This disorder is characterized by sudden and intense dizziness. It is triggered by changes in head position. Positional vertigo can cause a increased risk of falls and severe headaches. Other symptoms are vision loss, double vision and hearing loss.
Solutions for dizziness in older people
As we have explained to you, some of this dizziness comes from some problems that can be easily solved.
In cases such as positional vertigo, spinal degeneration or hypertension, it is recommended, of course, carry out medical follow-upof the person.
On the other hand, for dehydration it is advisable for the person to drink fluids from time to time; if it is something recurring it is advisable to go to the doctor. Just as it is good not to get up suddenly and do the previous step of sitting for a few seconds.
Another topic we have discussed is medication. In some cases, especially when we talk about polymedicated people, taking so many medications may cause incompatibilities or side effects. This is something the doctor should be aware of.
Likewise, taking medication incorrectly can be a risk factor, especially in older people who have lost some autonomy. Minimize this possible problem as much as possible It is one of the objectives of IMA Health.
We put the person in contact with the pharmacy, who will take care of prepare all the medication for the month separated by doses. Afterwards, the user will receive it at their home at zero cost.