Skin tears can become chronic wounds—ones that don't heal normally and take a very long time to heal. Older people are at higher risk of developing chronic wounds. Common symptoms of thin skin include ...

Skin Tears: Injuries that occur when the skin is fragile and can be easily torn, often seen in older adults due to thinning skin. Actinic Purpura: A condition characterized by purple spots on the ...

The Weakest Link host Anne Robinson says that older people have to be "clever and thin" to be on television. In an interview with the Radio Times, Robinson revealed she is "permanently on a diet ...

Many individuals, particularly the elderly, frequently struggle with thin skin on their arms. This type of skin is sensitive, prone to damage, and consequently, can result in itching, irritation ...