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What Causes Slow Physical Movements In An Elderly Man?
My father is 78, and in the last year, he movements have become very, very slow compared to a year and a half ago. Everyone is commenting on it, so it is very noticeable. He was fairly active before that. He has Lyme Disease. Could it be from that? He was checked for Parkinsons and a few other things (not sure of exactly what). His oxygen level is good. Not sure about arteries going to his brain, wondering if it could be cardiovascular.
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Hello,
He may be suffering from bradykinesia. it may be due to parkinsonism or drugs like antipsychotics etc.
Please get it done MRI brain, serum copper levels, serum electrolytes and ECG.
Please consult your neuro physician he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu,
Internal Medicine Specialist
He may be suffering from bradykinesia. it may be due to parkinsonism or drugs like antipsychotics etc.
Please get it done MRI brain, serum copper levels, serum electrolytes and ECG.
Please consult your neuro physician he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu,
Internal Medicine Specialist
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