What is Geriatric Patient Follow-up?
Geriatric diseases cover health problems faced by older people. Declining organ function, joint problems, mental health problems (e.g. Alzheimer’s and dementia) and chronic diseases (such as heart disease, diabetes) become more common with age. Geriatric patient follow-up includes regular check-ups to improve the quality of life of these individuals and manage their health problems.
How to Follow-up Geriatric Patients?
Geriatric follow-up takes into account the general health status, medication use, dietary habits, physical activity and psychological health status of older people. This process requires a multidisciplinary approach:
- Physical Health: Regular examinations, blood tests, bone density measurements, cardiological evaluations are performed.
- Psychological Health: Cognitive tests and assessments for diseases such as dementia and Alzheimer’s.
- Medication Monitoring: Since polypharmacy (use of more than one medication) is common in the elderly, drug interactions and side effects are taken into consideration.
Symptoms and Conditions Requiring Geriatric Patient Follow-up
The following symptoms can be seen in elderly individuals:
- Memory loss, difficulty concentrating
- Slow healing wounds
- Weight loss or excessive weight gain
- Sleep problems and depression
- Pain in the joints, limitation of movement
Treatment Methods
Treatment for geriatric patients is customized according to the type and severity of the disease. Physical therapy, nutritional adjustments, medication and mental health support can improve the quality of life of elderly individuals.
Why Metropol Health Group?
Metropol Health Group offers comprehensive health follow-up for elderly individuals. With our health programs specially designed for geriatric patients, we provide appropriate treatment and care for each individual.
