One of the goals of Vijayawada Multi Speciality Hospital ( VMH ) is to advance the dignified social, psychological, and health care for older adults, others with chronic needs, and their families.

We can help you meet the challenges of long distance care giving, put together a comprehensive plan for present or future needs, provide extra assistance for relocation, or monitor your relative during your vacation or when you are at a distant place.

We take complete health care 24 hours even your parents are at their homes in their villages or in their towns (in and around Andhra Pradesh).

Our VMH team with our Intensivist and para medic team along with our Ambulance crew will be ready to rush to your sick mom or dad on a single phone call or a message either to treat on the spot at their dwelling place or if the sickness is acute or critical your mom or dad will be safely lifted with care to our VMH at vijayawada. And our geriatric department takes care of senior citizens health care and will be safely brought by us back to their dwelling places after the recovery of your mom and dad. Regular health updates of your parents will be informed to you either by a phone call or through e-mails where ever you are on this globe.

So my VMH friends where ever you are or in which ever country you are living or working, we are here for you in India to take care of your old and elderly parents on behalf of you. Your mom or dad will be in our VMH safe hands and they get the same love and respect as you do or give.

CAPACITIES

Geriatric Syndrome

Difficulty Swallowing

Age-related physical changes, medication side-effects, dementia and certain other illnesses can make swallowing difficult. This may lead to malnutrition and related problems. Other problems may be choking and aspiration (food or liquid "going down the wrong pipe").

Tell your healthcare provider. Treatment for this syndrome depends on the underlying cause of the swallowing problem.

Malnutrition

Older adults usually need fewer calories than younger adults, but may need more of certain nutrients, such as calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin B12. Malnutrition can show as weight loss or weight gain. This can lead to other problems, such as weakness and falls, bone disorders, and diabetes.

Your healthcare provider should weigh you each time you visit and check for any changes. Also, be sure to let your healthcare provider know if you have any changes in your weight or appetite.

Bladder control problems

Many things can cause bladder control problems, or "urinary incontinence", including an overactive bladder muscle, urinary tract infection, constipation, delirium, heart disease, diabetes, dementia, medication side effects, and difficulty getting to the toilet in time. Urinary incontinence can lead to problems such as falls, depression, and isolation.

In most cases, incontinence can be cured or greatly improved with treatment. So don't be embarrassed to tell your healthcare provider if you have bladder control problems.

Sleep Problems

Sleep problems can affect your quality of life and can contribute to falls, injuries and other health problems. Many factors can affect your sleep, including stress, anxiety, depression, delirium, dementia, certain drugs, alcohol, and medical problems such as pain, arthritis, nerve problems, breathing difficulty, heartburn, and frequent trips to the bathroom at night.

If you have trouble sleeping at night or feel sleepy during the day, tell your healthcare provider so he or she can identify the type of sleep problem you have. If you often snore or your partner says you stop breathing while asleep, it may be a sign of a problem called "sleep apnea". If you move your legs and arms a lot while sleeping, it may be a sign of a problem called "periodic limb movements during sleep". Your healthcare provider may recommend tests at a sleep lab for either problem.

Delirium

Many older adults who go to the Emergency Room or are admitted to the hospital develop delirium. Delirium is a state of sudden confusion that can last days, weeks or even months. Drug side effects, dehydration, thyroid problems, pain, urinary tract and other infections, poor vision or hearing, strokes, bleeding, or heart or breathing problems can cause delirium. Older people can develop serious and life-threatening complications and loss of function, if delirium isn't recognized and treated quickly.

Make sure that you and your friends and family know the signs of delirium (see Healthinaging.org) and seek medical attention right away at the first sign of any sudden changes in mental function.

Dementia

Alzheimer's disease and "vascular dementia," (caused by a series of small strokes), are two common forms of dementia. While some healthy older people find it harder to remember things or carry out certain mental activities, this doesn't necessarily mean they have dementia. Dementia gets worse over time and can severely limit your ability to function.

Various tests can help determine whether you or someone you care for might have dementia. If so, there are treatments that can improve function and slow down the disease.

Vision problems

Common vision problems among older adults include nearsightedness, glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic eye disease, presbyopia, (age-related changes in the eye that make it hard to see close-up), and macular degeneration (damage to the center of the eye that can result in a loss of central vision).

Vision problems can lead to falls, so make sure you receive a thorough eye exam every one to two years. Vision problems can be treated, and the earlier treatment begins, the better.

Hearing problems

Hearing loss is the most common sensory problem among older adults.

Ask for a hearing test once a year, and tell your healthcare provider if you're having trouble hearing. Treatment can improve your hearing and quality of life.

Dizziness

The word "dizziness" is often used to describe feelings of spinning, almost fainting, falling, or lightheadedness. These feelings can make it harder to walk and can increase your risk of falls. Many things may cause dizziness, including low blood pressure, vision problems, inner ear problems, anxiety, and medication side effects. There is often more than one cause.

If you often feel dizzy, tell your healthcare provider. There are many treatments for dizziness and which one is used depends on the cause or causes.

Fainting

Fainting, or briefly passing out, is increasingly common with age and leads to falls. There are many possible causes, including low blood pressure, low blood sugar levels, and irregular heartbeat. In older people there is often more than one cause.

If you have a fainting spell, be sure to let your healthcare provider know right away and have a check-up to find the cause and what treatment you may need.

Difficulty walking or "gait problems"

This is usually due to a combination of age-related health problems or diseases such as arthritis, bone and muscle problems, Parkinson's disease, poor circulation, dizziness, changes after a stroke, vision problems, loss of strength, and even fear of falling.

Tell your healthcare provider if you find it hard to walk or you feel unsteady on your feet. There are many treatments, such as exercise and physical therapy, that can help improve your gait and walking.

Falls

Falls are a leading cause of serious injury in older people. Among other things, safety hazards in the home, medication side effects, walking and vision problems, dizziness, arthritis, weakness, and malnutrition can boost risks of falls. Like other geriatric syndromes, falls usually have more than one cause.

Tell your healthcare provider immediately if you have fallen. He or she will look into what caused your fall and suggest steps to prevent future falls.

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis, or "thinning bones," is a condition that makes the bones of older adults more fragile and easy to break. A diet that doesn't have enough calcium and vitamin D, too little exercise, smoking, too much alcohol, certain medications, and certain medical conditions such as thyroid problems, can increase the risk of osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is also more common in people with a family history of this condition.

Women 65 and older, and men over age 70 who have an increased risk for osteoporosis, should get a bone mass density (BMD) test. Increased calcium and vitamin D intake, strength training exercises, and weight-bearing exercises such as walking are important to keeping your bones healthy. Your healthcare provider may also recommend medications or other treatments.

Pressure Ulcers

Also known as "bed sores," pressure ulcers are skin and tissue damage caused by constant pressure on skin and the "soft tissue" underneath it. These can be painful and lead to serious infections. Smoking, being underweight, poor diet, low blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, kidney failure, and bladder problems can increase the risks of developing pressure ulcers.

If you notice any pressure sores or areas where your skin is "breaking down," visit your healthcare provider. Treatment options include pressure reducing cushions and bedding, as well as skin care.

Heart Failure

This condition occurs when the heart pumps more weakly than it should, and fluids build up in the lungs and in other body tissues. Common symptoms are shortness of breath, fatigue, weakness, and weight gain from the excess fluids.

Osteoarthritis

By age 60, almost everybody has OA in at least one joint. All those years of bending and lifting and twisting and turning wears down the cartilage that caps the ends of bones, resulting in painful inflammation. Treatment focuses on easing the discomfort.

Shingles

The pain of shingles can be intense and feel unrelenting. It may be itching, stabbing, or shooting. Three to four days before the telltale blisters develop, you may feel sluggish or have a fever, chills, a headache, an upset stomach, diarrhea, or difficulties with urination.

      Alzheimer's Disease

      Heart Arrhythmia

      Macular Degeneration

      Parkinson's Disease

      Stroke

      Diabetes... etc.