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Do you have the same amount of cartilage in your bodies all of your lifes?
Humans do not have the same amount of cartilage in their bodies for their entire lives. Rather, as people age, the amount of cartilage in their body decreases. This can cause older people to experience joint pain.
How does hip replacement make older people more mobile?
It replaces the cartilage which is usually worn and painful.
Does Down syndrome start at birth or does it develop as the persons ages?
Down syndrome is a genetic condition with which a person is born; it is not something that develops as the person gets older.
Why do people decrease in height as they get older?
Their bones can slowly break down. not only that but the cartilage between bones also slowly is diminished
Does an adult skeleton have more cartilage than a child's?
No, Children have allot of cartilage in their bodies, which turns to bone as they grow older.
Can you get the Alzheimer's disease when you are in your twenty's?
Yes you can ! Although Alzheimer's diseas is traditionally something that develops in older people, it can strike at any age !
Does an adult skeleton have more cartilage than a child's skeleton?
No, Children have allot of cartilage in their bodies, which turns to bone as they grow older.
Does an adults skeleton have more cartilage than a child's skeleton?
No, Children have allot of cartilage in their bodies, which turns to bone as they grow older.
What is a dowagers hump?
A dowagers hump is a curvature at the base of the neck that develops in older people causing their head to move forward and preventing them from looking up.
Can cirrhosis cause blindness?
Once a person develops the visual condition called sclera, then alcohol can lead to blindness. This is not very common. However, some people with life long alcohol addictions do develop this disease.
Do I do the same first aid to the older people?
Yes; you give first aid according to the condition of the patient.
What is wear and tear on joints usually effecting older people?
Wear and tear on joints, often referred to as osteoarthritis, is a common condition affecting older individuals due to the gradual breakdown of cartilage that cushions the joints. This deterioration leads to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility, as the bones may rub against each other. Factors such as age, obesity, and previous joint injuries can exacerbate the condition. As a result, daily activities may become challenging, impacting the overall quality of life for affected individuals.
