Frailty
Current as of: November 7, 2018
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:Adam Husney, MD – Family Medicine & Anne C. Poinier, MD – Internal Medicine & Martin J. Gabica, MD – Family Medicine & Elizabeth A. Phelan, MD – Geriatric Medicine
Frailty is a medical condition that happens when older adults feel very weak and tired. They have no energy, and they begin to lose weight without trying. They have trouble doing everyday tasks such as shopping, getting dressed, and using the toilet. People who are frail are more likely to get infections. It’s also…