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Infections in the elderly.

Noah Scheinfeld1

  • 1St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, USA. NSS32@Columbia.edu

Dermatology Online Journal
|January 18, 2006
PubMed
Summary
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Elderly individuals face increased risks of skin infections like shingles and fungal infections due to age-related health changes. Early recognition and modern treatments improve outcomes for these common conditions in older adults.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Geriatrics
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Aging is associated with increased susceptibility to various illnesses, particularly skin infections.
  • Elderly populations exhibit a higher prevalence of conditions that create a favorable environment for infections.
  • Common skin infections in the elderly include Gram-positive bacterial infections, intertriginous infections, herpes zoster (shingles), and onychomycosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review common skin infections prevalent in the elderly population.
  • To discuss the specific types of infections frequently observed in older adults.
  • To highlight the importance of recognizing varied presentations for effective management.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of common skin infections in the elderly.

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  • Discussion of pathogenic states contributing to infection risk in aging individuals.
  • Overview of current and emerging treatment options.

    • Main Results:

    • Gram-positive bacterial skin infections, intertriginous infections, herpes zoster, and onychomycosis are identified as common in the elderly.
    • The article emphasizes the increased risk due to age-related changes and pre-existing conditions.
    • Newer therapeutic agents like valacyclovir, famciclovir, terbinafine, and linezolid are available.

    Conclusions:

    • Recognizing the diverse clinical presentations of skin infections is crucial for optimal health outcomes in elderly patients.
    • Timely and accurate diagnosis facilitates the selection of appropriate and effective treatments.
    • Understanding age-specific infection patterns aids in improving patient care and disease management.