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What Causes Disinclination To Activities In Elderly?
Question: My 75 year old mother won't get out of bed, won't shower or do simple chores like laundry.
Brief Answer:
Considerations
Detailed Answer:
HEllo and thanks for the query,
There may certainly be a component of depression or dementia going on here.
A geriatrician would be the best person to provide a comprehensive evaluation. Other disorders including anemia or thyroid dysfunction can present like this.
I would try to convince her to visit with the geriatrician for a good evaluation and possibly some lab tests to help identify the underlying problem.
Sincerely,
Dr. Galamaga
Considerations
Detailed Answer:
HEllo and thanks for the query,
There may certainly be a component of depression or dementia going on here.
A geriatrician would be the best person to provide a comprehensive evaluation. Other disorders including anemia or thyroid dysfunction can present like this.
I would try to convince her to visit with the geriatrician for a good evaluation and possibly some lab tests to help identify the underlying problem.
Sincerely,
Dr. Galamaga
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Thanks!
Brief Answer:
Followup
Detailed Answer:
You're very welcome.
Have a great day.
Dr. G
Followup
Detailed Answer:
You're very welcome.
Have a great day.
Dr. G
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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