What Do Blurred Speech And Frequent Fainting Episodes In An Elderly Person Indicate?

Posted on Wed, 2 Nov 2016

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Question : Query re 89 yr old mum please. Been in hospital , discharged after heart and blood pressure checks , frequently collapses. Home on. Different meds . Not collapsed but told us yesterday pm her speech not right am. Bit confused.
Should she see her GP..? .
Thanks

Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (32 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
She should see her GP.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.

I have read your question and understand your concerns.

Since you refer about collapses and speech issues, neurological conditions should be evaluated.

Transient ischemic attack is one of the conditions to consider.

Of course your mother should be evaluated by her GP initially.

If suspects about neurological disorders raised after the GP evaluation, neurological consultation may be necessary.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Greetings.

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