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| - | Whenever starting antidepressant therapy monitor for SSRI-related side effects, such as agitation. The full effect of the medication typically takes 4 to 6 weeks. Monitor for electrolytes (in particular, sodium) within one month of starting an SSRI. This is especially important in individuals taking other medications, such as diuretics, which can cause hyponatremia. | ||
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| ===== Incontinence ===== | ===== Incontinence ===== | ||
| **Incontinence** is the involuntary loss of urine in sufficient amount or frequency to constitute a social or health problem. Even though there are aging associated changes in the bladder and the urinary tract which make the elderly person more prone to urinary incontinence, the problem is not and should not be considered as a normal part of ageing. | **Incontinence** is the involuntary loss of urine in sufficient amount or frequency to constitute a social or health problem. Even though there are aging associated changes in the bladder and the urinary tract which make the elderly person more prone to urinary incontinence, the problem is not and should not be considered as a normal part of ageing. | ||