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What Causes Weakness And Exhaustion In An Elderly Person?
In the past month my 88 year old father has gone from walking a mile to barely getting out of his chair. He has lost 10 lb in past two weeks, 20 in past 6 months. His legs feel week and he is exhausted. Doctor tests showed not heart and not diabetes. They did an xray and CT of lungs and didn t see anything. They put him on oxygen but he says it doesn t help much. Any ideas?
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Fri, 28 Aug 2015
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it is simply aging process. he is having general debility,it is good that at this age he has not developed debilitating disease. maintain his nursing care. he should try to remain physically active. can move about in room. should take balanced diet. give him fresh fruits and vegetable. should take fiber rich food. involve in movement of limbs. can practice yoga and meditation.
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