In addition to the traditional comprehensive medical checkup, age-related physical changes as well as signs and symptoms of aging can be identified by examining blood vessels, hormone levels, functions of sensory organs, balance between active oxygen and antioxidant potential, and others. These examinations enable early detection and treatment as well as lifestyle guidance to prevent aging-related diseases. It is crucial to identify the signs of aging and take appropriate measures as early as possible. The basic elements of clinical anti-aging medicine consist of measures to improve the lifestyle of patients: dietary advice, including guidance on the use of nutritional supplements, exercise programs, and stress control.
When selecting a therapy, the risks and benefits of each therapy should be examined with the utmost importance placed on safety. Some medical institutions may use hormone replacement therapy. Others may use chelation therapy, the evidence for which is, while not abundant, considered to demonstrate efficacy in removing heavy metals from the body.
Approaches taken in different areas Areas covered by anti-aging medicine (from specialized areas to covering the whole body)
Internal medicine Metabolism Cardiovascular Digestive tract Endocrine Respiratory
Neurology Cerebrovascular disorder Alzheimers disease Stress
Orthopedics Muscle weakness Osteoporosis Osteoarthritis
Ophthalmology Presbyopia Cataract Age-related macular degeneration
Obstetrics and gynecology Menopausal disorders Late childbearing Hormonal issues
Urology Sexual dysfunction Male climacteric disorder Prostate disorder/hormonal issues
Dermatology Photoaging Senile dermatitis
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