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You’re noticing changes: graying hair, a few more wrinkles around your eyes, and when did fine print become totally unreadable? And whether you’ve decided to embrace aging or you’re not into it at all, you may be wondering what other changes are ahead.You may need to set aside some negative stereotypes about getting older – and even some things you may have noticed in people decades older than you.
Aging also makes your skin less elastic, Ferrucci notes. This may be due to gravity and also to damage from the sun’s UV rays over many years. You may notice that your skin feels dryer, too. And while you can’t undo sun damage from years ago, you can wear sunscreen, a hat, and protective clothing – and limit time in the sun – to avoid future sun damage. Here, too, you’ll want to make sure you don’t smoke, as it can increase wrinkles.
Don’t be shy about seeking a medical opinion – such as going to see your primary care doctor – about anything that concerns you, Besdine says. And your primary care doctor shouldn’t dismiss those concerns as simply aging. Based on those results, your doctor may recommend further tests, medications, and other interventions.
Physical changes aren’t the only thing to heed. It’s not a normal part of aging, but many seniors become depressed or lonely. If this happens, tell your doctor and consider talking to a licensed mental health counselor.Older people will often be especially concerned about changes in memory or thinking skills. But experts say people shouldn’t worry about an occasional lapse in memory such as forgetting a name, or a word, or where you put your keys.
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