Old Age Skin Treatment in Chennai

The skin is constantly renewing itself as a cyclic process. In old age, this renewing process is very much delayed and so the dead cells of the skin are not removed properly and this led to the accumulation of dead cells on the superficial layer of the skin. This gives the elderly skin a very dull and dry look. The skin problem of elderly people is mostly because of the degenerative process. Sometimes these problems are unavoidable and so they should be treated symptomatically to ease the symptoms.

Symptoms of old age skin problems

Visible Wrinkles in Old age people:
It is one of the more obvious signs of aging skin. They result from sun exposure and develop as the skin loses its flexibility. Smokers have more wrinkles than nonsmokers.

Facial movement lines:
This is often known as "laugh lines" as well as "worry lines," which become more apparent as the skin loses elasticity (in your 40s and 50s). The lines can appear either horizontal or vertical on your forehead, on top of your nose, or curving around the temples, on the lower cheeks, and between the lips and the eyes.

Itchy and Dry Skin:
It's a very common issue in adults, particularly those who are getting older. The decrease in oil glands (which assist in keeping our skin moist) is the most significant reason behind dry, flaky skin. Sometimes itchy, dry skin is a sign of sensitive skin that could be a sign or symptom of liver diseases, diabetes, and kidney disease.

Immobilized old age problem (Bedsores): Bedsores can occur in people who are in a bed or is otherwise unable to move or unconscious. It can also happen when a person is in a state of not being able to feel pain. They are the result of a bacterial infection on the skin that is impacted by sleeping in the bed, sitting in a chair, or wearing a splint for long periods. Bedsores can also be referred to as pressure sores, pressure injuries, and pressure ulcers. They can also be referred to as decubitus ulcers.

Types of Old Age Skin Problems

• Senile purpura
• Xerosis - Dry skin
• Bacterial infections

Old Age Skin Problems in Chennai

• Treat the patient as early as possible
• Water based moisturizer for oily skin restoration
• Anti-histamine tablets
• Proper blood investigations to find other cause of skin diseases
• Reassuring the patients with love and care.

Tips to be followed for older people for skin Care:

Older people require special care for their skin due to their skin being dry and thin, and bacteria may get in. Be careful to avoid the skin becoming dry, and it is best to avoid hot baths as should frequent showers and baths. Use soap only or mild soap. If your complexion is sensitive, moisturizers must be applied following a bath.

Bedridden people must be cautious about putting stress on buttocks, ankles, and heels as excessive pressure could cause skin irritation and result in bedsores.