The Vulnerable Brain

Posted Feb 22nd, 2020

When a person's brain has undergone changes from dementia, stroke, injury, or other processes, it can be vulnerable to even seemingly minor disruptions in health, like a urinary tract infection or an extra dose of a pain pill. This video defines the "vulnerable brain" and the related concept of frailty, which is more common in older adults, and is frequently seen by the Geriatrician.

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Anne Colontino on Feb 29th, 2020

Dr. Nicole, I have gotten a lot of excellent information regarding the "Vanlernable" brain. I wouldn't have realized how a bladder infection could effect the brain. I'll be visiting your website for your conversations and stories. Anne Colontino
Dr. Nicole Didyk on Feb 29th, 2020

Hi Anne! I'm so glad you found the video to be helpful. Bladder infection (aka UTI, or urinary tract infection) is a very common cause of confusion in older adults with a vulnerable brain. Thanks for visiting The Wrinkle and if you click on "Contact" at the top of the page, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter too!

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