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Chronic respiratory failure or long term mechanical ventilation is the most common indication and it calls for tracheostomy. There are other cases that need tracheostomy which include facial or neck trauma, congenital anomalies, airway obstruction or extensive surgery. In simple terms, a tracheostomy opens a direct airway into the neck. This makes it easier for the person to breathe easily without any difficulties. Gag reflex, and irritation of vocal cords and sedation requirements has been eliminated through this procedure. This has improved patient’s comfort by improving their ability to communicate and mobility when compared to ventilator care that results in painful experience for the patient.  As mentioned earlier, a tracheostomy tube is directly inserted into the neck, it needs to be taken care of crucially. Even a small lag in the care of tracheostomy may result in some other complication. The most ideal care is regular suctioning of the tracheostomy tubes which is needed to...

As time goes on, it sometimes becomes difficult to take care of our elderly people, especially those with health issues, infections, or illnesses. And taking care of their health and well-being is extremely important. Since there is a change in family structure (from joint family to nuclear family), the distance between the elderly and their children makes it challenging to take care of the elderly. Since both parents and children stay apart, it becomes difficult to assess their needs on time. It upholds rights so that you can approach to geriatric care for your elderly. But what is geriatric care? As there are paediatricians for young children, the same applies to geriatrics. Geriatricians focus on taking care of the elderly. In short, they care for the elderly, which improves their health and well-being.They even maintain a host of information, right from diet supervision to an up-to-date list of medications, appointment schedules, and helping them to socialise.  Some of the reas...