Importance of a Doctor’s consultation to maintain an elder’s health
Are you caring for a parent who is bedridden at home?
We are aware of the challenges you face on a daily basis.
Caring for an elderly parent can be just as overwhelming for the caregiver as it is for the elder.
One of the many challenges is the sudden escalations in your parents’ health. It could be a sudden drop in all activities to severe delirium and irritability. Since elders have a big threshold for pain, they may not clearly express themselves. Lack of outward/classical symptoms may lead one to think that the elder is just going through a minor difficulty while it could be a serious health issue that may need professional advice.
Don’t let the elder’s health deteriorate because you put off seeing a doctor due to various reasons such as:
- It looks like just minor discomfort. He may get alright in a few days
- You have some important tasks to attend to, visit the clinic can happen after a couple of days
- Lack of support & resources
- Having physical or mental limitations prevents you from going
When do you need to consult a Doctor
- A sudden drop in physical activity / Activities of daily living
There is a gradual deterioration of the abilities of multiple body systems, resulting in decreased physiological reserves and reduced abilities to perform daily activities
2.Total lack of appetite
A decreased
appetite occurs when people have a reduced desire to eat. There are many conditions that can decrease the appetite. The illnesses range from mental to physical.
3.Delirium/hallucination & aggressive behavior
It is common, serious, and
often fatal. Although often underrecognized, delirium adversely affects the individual’s quality of life and function.
4.Memory loss
Memory loss that gets worse over time or affects daily activities can be a sign of a serious medical problem
The above symptoms can arise from something as easily treatable as low sodium / potassium etc. to something that needs immediate treatment like urinary tract infection (UTI) / lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI). Timely intervention will prevent further deterioration of health and avoid medical emergencies.
Advantages of taking a Doctor’s Consultation without delay:
- Relief from pain and suffering of the elder
- Ensuring comfort of the elder
- Stops further deterioration of elders health
- Saves money
Our Doctor house visit programme can help you to get a Doctor’s consultation without any delay and thereby ensure utmost comfort and relief from pain for your elderly parents
The Dr.V.S. Natarajan Geriatric Foundation has a network of committed medical professionals who are passionate to help you care for your elderly loved one. You can contact our experienced care team for support if necessary.
Our Doctor will come to your home and provide remedies in an effort to keep the senior patient’s health in the best possible shape. While you try your best to take care of your elders, we are at your side.
With Dr.V.S. Natarajan Geriatric Foundation you are never alone in the process. Contact us to find out how we can support you.
*Doctor house visits are currently available in Chennai only.