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Question: 82 year old male . retired pharmacist..diagnosed with xerostomia ...now the absence of perspiration...Very sensitive to elevated room temps above 75-80 which triggers an onset of vasovagal syncope.
Pacemaker 2 years....Medications: Prodaxa and amiodarone for a-fib.....no caffeine.....on CPAP for 2 years
Wearing high compression stockings for 3 years......drinking at least 3 quarts plus of fluid daily, water or tea.
Question: What specialist do you suggest OR just deal with the condition as best possible.?
Pacemaker 2 years....Medications: Prodaxa and amiodarone for a-fib.....no caffeine.....on CPAP for 2 years
Wearing high compression stockings for 3 years......drinking at least 3 quarts plus of fluid daily, water or tea.
Question: What specialist do you suggest OR just deal with the condition as best possible.?
Brief Answer:
Electrophysioloigist
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Xerostomia and absence of perspiration do not have a therapeutic approach at this age. It could be age related degeneration of the glands. It most probably are irreversible. I just suggest to keep sipping water, chew a gum and avoid all decaffeinated drinks and stuff further dehydrates a person. Using a CPAP may also cause dryness of mouth. So check if you can do certain modifications to reduce the dryness. Your doctor can help you.
If you try to use medicines to get over these symptoms you may land in more side effects which you may want to avoid at this age. I am sure the quality of life would not be improved.
Instead I suggest you to consult a Electrophysiologist/Cardiologist to know what is happening to the heart which is more important organ.
Electrophysioloigist
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Xerostomia and absence of perspiration do not have a therapeutic approach at this age. It could be age related degeneration of the glands. It most probably are irreversible. I just suggest to keep sipping water, chew a gum and avoid all decaffeinated drinks and stuff further dehydrates a person. Using a CPAP may also cause dryness of mouth. So check if you can do certain modifications to reduce the dryness. Your doctor can help you.
If you try to use medicines to get over these symptoms you may land in more side effects which you may want to avoid at this age. I am sure the quality of life would not be improved.
Instead I suggest you to consult a Electrophysiologist/Cardiologist to know what is happening to the heart which is more important organ.
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