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Annalou Asked January 2020

My dad seems to be sleeping a lot more lately, still has a good appetite but also noticed he is shaking a little? Any advice?

Sleepy, shaking. If this is the last stages how long would you say before he leaves us? thank you

Annalou Jan 2020
Thank you both for your replies. I have just joined aging care and finding it very helpful. Thank you for taking time to reply x

Geaton777 Jan 2020
He most likely has something called Essential Tremor (because of his age) but it could be caused by other things. I would start by calling his doctor, they may want to see him in person for an actual diagnosis.

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freqflyer Jan 2020
Annalou, I see from your profile that your Dad is 88 years old. As we age we start to loose some energy so it is quite normal to sleep more. At 88 he is tired, he's had a very long life.

As for the shaking, that is also normal. I am only 73 and I have mild tremors that are just part of aging, my primary doctor isn't concerned. And I find myself napping where before I never did. I don't plan to go anywhere any time soon :)

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