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Skin problems in the aged.

P J Coenraads

    Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore
    |January 1, 1987
    PubMed
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    Managing skin conditions in elderly patients requires careful diagnosis, considering self-medication and drug interactions. Simple topical treatments are often preferred over oral medications for common dermatological issues in older adults.

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    Area of Science:

    • Geriatrics
    • Dermatology
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Dermatological conditions are prevalent in the elderly population.
    • Homes for the aged present unique challenges in managing skin diseases.
    • Elderly patients often have co-existing conditions and polypharmacy, complicating treatment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To provide practical guidelines for dermatological care in elderly residents of aged care facilities.
    • To highlight common diagnostic and therapeutic challenges in geriatric dermatology.
    • To offer evidence-based recommendations for managing prevalent skin conditions in this demographic.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of dermatological cases in Singaporean homes for the aged.
    • Analysis of diagnostic difficulties and treatment outcomes.

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  • Identification of factors influencing therapeutic efficacy and patient safety.

    • Main Results:

    • Diagnosis is often complicated by altered clinical presentations due to self-medication and comorbidities.
    • Topical treatments are frequently more effective and safer than oral medications.
    • Specific conditions like scabies are underrecognized; stasis eczema and leg ulcers respond poorly to creams/ointments.
    • Diuretics are often ineffective for ankle edema; compression therapy is recommended.
    • Antihistamines have limited efficacy for pruritus, causing significant drowsiness, except in urticaria.
    • Dry skin is common, and harsh soaps can exacerbate itching and dermatitis.

    Conclusions:

    • Simplified therapeutic approaches, prioritizing topical treatments, are crucial for elderly dermatology.
    • Awareness of common pitfalls, such as underdiagnosis of scabies and ineffective treatments for stasis eczema, is essential.
    • Personalized care considering polypharmacy and skin dryness improves outcomes in aged care settings.