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Chronic pain syndromes in the elderly

J B Morley

    Australian Family Physician
    |June 1, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary

    This paper reviews painful conditions common in the elderly, including temporal arteritis and trigeminal neuralgia. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatments like Tegretol are crucial for managing these debilitating conditions and preventing complications such as blindness.

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    Area of Science:

    • Geriatric Medicine
    • Neurology
    • Ophthalmology
    • Rheumatology

    Background:

    • Painful syndromes are prevalent in the elderly population.
    • Conditions discussed include temporal arteritis, polymyalgia rheumatica, glaucoma, trigeminal neuralgia, post-herpetic neuralgia, and temporomandibular joint dysfunction.
    • These conditions can significantly impact quality of life and lead to serious complications.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe common painful syndromes in the elderly.
    • To highlight the importance of early diagnosis and management.
    • To discuss specific therapeutic considerations for each condition.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review and synthesis of existing knowledge.
    • Description of clinical features and diagnostic considerations.
    • Discussion of treatment modalities and their efficacy.

    Main Results:

    • Temporal arteritis and polymyalgia rheumatica carry risks of blindness if untreated.
    • Glaucomatous headache requires prompt diagnosis to prevent vision loss.
    • Tegretol shows value in managing trigeminal neuralgia.
    • Post-herpetic neuralgia has limited therapeutic options.
    • Temporomandibular joint dysfunction benefits from dental treatment.

    Conclusions:

    • Prompt diagnosis and targeted interventions are essential for managing elderly patients with these painful conditions.
    • Effective management can prevent severe complications like blindness and improve patient outcomes.
    • Further research into effective treatments for conditions like post-herpetic neuralgia is warranted.

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