In Home Care For Seniors With Gallstones

Home Care Blog>In Home Care  |  June 23, 2017

Helping Seniors with Gallstones

Seniors With Gallstones | Gallstones are painful. They are also one of the most expensive health care problems to treat. And in seniors the symptoms of gallstones can be severe. Gallstones are surprisingly common, with more than 20 million people in the US alone being at risk for developing them. The chances of developing gallstones get higher as a person ages. That leaves many seniors at risk for having problems with gallstones. However, seniors that develop gallstones can recover fully, if the symptoms are caught early and the gallstones are treated immediately; find out how in home care services can help.

Symptoms of Gallstones

The symptoms of gallstones can occur suddenly. Seniors who have professional in home care stand a better chance of surviving a gallstone attack because the sooner they get medical attention the higher their chances of recovery are. In home care services can help ensure that seniors who are showing the symptoms of gallstones get the immediate medical care they need. Symptoms of a gallstone attack can happen quickly and include nausea, vomiting, severe stomach pain, and pain that can radiate into the chest. Having senior care services for your loved one who has had gallstone attacks in the past or who is at risk for gallstones because of their family history, can help improve their symptoms and the severity of a gallstone attack.

The Impact of Diet

While there has been no proven link between diet and the development of gallstones doctors and scientists do warn that obesity is a risk factor for developing gallstones. Seniors who eat diets that are high in cholesterol or unhealthy fats are at a much higher risk for a gallstone attack. In home caregivers can help seniors who are at risk make sure that they are eating a healthy low fat diet that will lower their risk of gallstones. Seniors who are obese or overweight can often lose weight when they have the help of a caregiver who will help them shop for healthy food and prepare healthy meals.

Comfort Keepers^® Calgary Can Help with Seniors With Gallstones

Is Home Care Right for Your Senior Loved One? If you are concerned about the safety of your aging loved ones, especially in regard to fire, we can help. While it’s important to rely on the expertise of licensed professionals for certain precautions, we can provide home safety assessments and ensure your loved ones’ environment is safe.

Contact the Comfort Keepers Calgary office to learn more about how we can help maintain safety, comfort, and happiness in the home.

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