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Weakness and mobility loss in aging are not just muscle problems
An older patient mentions that climbing the stairs has become harder. They have stopped carrying the groceries in from the car.
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An older patient reports that climbing stairs has become increasingly difficult and they have stopped carrying groceries from the car. The patient also experienced a fall in the kitchen last month. These issues are attributed to sarcopenia, a substantial loss of muscle mass, strength, and physical function that occurs with aging.
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