Physical Development in Middle & Late Adulthood

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts related to physical development during middle and late adulthood, focusing on changes that occur in both men and women.

Sarcopenia

Age-related loss of muscle mass and strength.

Osteoporosis

Extensive loss of bone mass and tissue, often called the 'silent thief'.

Menopause

Natural part of aging when a woman’s ovaries no longer release an egg every month.

Premenopause

Period of time leading up to menopause, characterized by gradual decrease in estrogen production.

Menopause Symptoms

Symptoms include irregular periods, hot flashes, mood swings, and joint aches.

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

Treatment with hormones to relieve menopausal symptoms, available as estrogen-only or combined estrogen and progestin.

Osteoarthritis

Degenerative disease resulting from the breakdown of protective cartilage in joints, causing pain and difficulty in movement.

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

Autoimmune disorder where the body’s immune system attacks the tissues of its own joints, often symmetrically affecting both sides.

Presbyopia

Gradual loss of the eyes’ ability to focus on nearby objects, usually beginning in the early to mid-40s.

Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Deterioration of the macula part of the retina, leading to loss of central vision.