Decreased muscle mass, also known as sarcopenia, is a common condition characterized by loss of skeletal muscle tissue, muscle strength and physical function. It tends to happen naturally with aging, typically after age 30, but there are other potential causes as well.
Some key things to know about decreased muscle mass:
- Causes
- Aging/getting older
- Lack of physical activity
- Poor nutrition, especially inadequate protein intake
- Illnesses and chronic conditions
- Medications (corticosteroids, chemotherapy)
- Low testosterone levels
- Symptoms may include fatigue, weakness, impaired balance, falls and fractures
- Can lead to further health complications like metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease
- Assessments involve measurements of muscle mass and strength
- Treatment focuses on exercise, nutrition, testosterone therapy
So what can be done about age-related muscle loss? Getting adequate resistance exercise and protein intake are key. But some may also benefit from specialized medical treatment...
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