Management of abnormalities in water homeostasis is frequently challenging among older people. Age-related changes and chronic diseases are often associated with impairment of water metabolism in older patients.

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Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) are a heterogeneous group of disorders clinically characterised by peripheral cytopenia, followed by a progressive impairment of myelodysplastic stem cells. The natural history of MDS, ranging from indolent conditions spanning years to forms rapidly progressing to leukaemia, are reviewed by Dr Nabil Aly as are methods of diagnosis and available therapies.

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In the second and final part of the series, Dr Nabil Aly discusses management and drug therapy treatments for Late-onset multiple sclerosis (LOMS).

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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disorder affecting movement, sensation and bodily functions. This article discusses the clinical features of MS in older people.

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