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… may lead to other problems, such as high blood pressure and heart disease. Sleep apnea can range from mild to severe, … based on how often breathing stops during sleep. For adults, breathing may stop as few as 5 times an hour (mild … developmental delays and failure of the right side of the heart (cor pulmonale). Learn more Snoring and Obstructive …
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… of getting sick from pneumococcal infections including: Adults 65 years and older Residents of long-term care and … chronic hepatitis B or hepatitis C Chronic kidney, heart or lung disease An islet cell or solid organ …
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… also called hypotension (say "hy-poh-TEN-shun"). In healthy adults, low blood pressure may not cause problems or … Examples are high blood pressure medicine or other heart medicines. Health problems. Examples are thyroid … cold, clammy skin. Breathing very fast. Having a fast heartbeat. If you have symptoms of low blood pressure, …
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… put it on the skin. Prop your hand above the level of your heart while you apply ice and anytime you sit or lie down. … put it on the skin. Prop your hand above the level of your heart while you apply ice and anytime you sit or lie down. …
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… in air that an infected person breathed out. Older adults and people who have a long-term health condition, … and those who have chronic illnesses, such as diabetes or heart disease. How can you help prevent it? The best way to … and those who have chronic illnesses, such as diabetes or heart disease. How can you help prevent it? The best way to …
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… Sleep patterns naturally change as you get older. Older adults often have ongoing sleep problems. Compared to younger people, older adults: Sleep fewer hours and take longer to fall asleep. … a different bed. Have changes in their sleep cycle. Older adults spend less time in the most restful stages of sleep. …
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… you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If you have a condition such as diabetes, HIV, cancer, or heart disease, you may need to pay closer attention to … such as diabetes, cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease, and congenital heart disease. Steroid medicines, which are used …
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… you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If you have a condition such as diabetes, HIV, cancer, or heart disease, you may need to pay closer attention to … such as diabetes, cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease, and congenital heart disease. Steroid medicines, which are used …
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… of dehydration, such as unusual dry mouth/thirst, fast heartbeat, or dizziness/lightheadedness. Tell your doctor … like coffee grounds bloody stools rectal bleeding slowed heartbeat muscle weakness seizures signs of kidney problems … medication. Ask your doctor for more information. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this …
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… severe tiredness severe confusion sweating fast/irregular heartbeat dark urine signs of kidney problems (such as … of glaucoma breathing problems (such as asthma, emphysema) heart problems (such as chest pain, heart attack, heart … drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this drug, …
