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16 mar 2023 · Research shows that breathlessness in older adults is a multifactorial geriatric condition, crossing the borders of system-based impairments and diseases, and a valuable independent prognostic indicator for adverse outcomes.
Chronic cough, shortness of breath, or fatigue might be attributed to aging, leading to underreporting and delayed diagnosis [48,49]. Due to its atypical presentation, comorbidities, and complex interactions, asthma in elderly people demands a comprehensive, patient-centered approach.
22 sie 2005 · Results. Baseline data indicated that 23% (MRC) to 37% (BDI) of the patients had moderate to severe dyspnea. Shortness of breath was associated with older age, poor perceived health, more anxiety and depressive symptoms, impaired daily functioning, and lower happiness.
21 gru 2023 · We aimed to evaluate how different breathlessness dimensions (overall intensity, unpleasantness, sensory descriptors, emotional responses) were associated with fatigue in elderly men.
17 lip 2017 · The 5 most common causes of dyspnea in elderly individuals are anemia, cardiac disease, deconditioning, psychological disorders, and respiratory disease. Evaluation of breathing discomfort in elderly individuals includes a medical history, physical examination, and appropriate diagnostic testing.
Dyspnea (shortness of breath) is a common symptom affecting as many as 25% of patients seen in the ambulatory setting. It can be caused by many different underlying conditions, some of which arise acutely and can be life-threatening (e.g., pulmonary embolism, acute myocardial infarction).
25 wrz 2020 · Breathlessness is defined as the subjective experience of breathing discomfort and affects 10%–25% of middle aged and elderly people in the general population. 1–4 Breathlessness is the main reason for 1%–3.9% of primary care consultations across several European countries and is also present in a high proportion of people seeking care for other...
