Abstract:
Memory loss and dementia are among older adults\' greatest health fears. This article provides insight into new developments to help delay the onset of dementia, to treat dementia in its earliest stages, and to manage behavioral problems that occur in persons with dementia. Urinary incontinence (UI) is another common problem in older adults that has a major impact on quality of life. This article evaluates newer medications for reducing urinary urge/UI and provides perspective in their role for managing UI.
摘要:
记忆丧失和痴呆是老年人最担心的健康问题。本文提供了对新发展的见解,以帮助延迟痴呆症的发作,治疗痴呆症的早期阶段,并管理痴呆症患者的行为问题。尿失禁(UI)是老年人的另一个常见问题,对生活质量有重大影响。本文评估了减少尿急/UI的新型药物,并提供了它们在管理UI中的作用。