Dr. Peggy Mentor saint croix MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
500 W Hospital Rd French Camp CA, 95231About
Dr. Peggy Mentor saint croix practices Geriatric Medicine in French Camp, CA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Mentor saint croix works as part of a team with other healthcare providers, to address the natural aging that goes on within the body and to manage multiple medical problems and ensure social support.
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My grandmother is 80 years old and is complaining of constant drowsiness. What could be the reason?
Hi, Thanks for asking this question— Would evaluate grandma as followed below: 1) foremost likely related by postural dizziness A) assess fall risk esp in home setting via home eval B) review Med (esp BP Med) w/potential side effect C) any vestibular issues (i.e., ENT issues; check EAR) 2) then would check other sources/causes A) Cardiac abnormality (CAD/MI, A.Fib, cardiac arrhythmia including AV block) B) Neuro (including Meniere’s; doubt CVA) Thanks, Dr. Peggy Mentor READ MORE
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