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Instead, myocardial ischemia may present as sudden confusion, falls, extreme fatigue, or persistent nausea.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Altered physiology:<\/strong> Aging naturally leads to arterial stiffening and reduced renal clearance. This means that standard drug doses can quickly become toxic, increasing the risk of <strong>adverse drug reactions (ADRs)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Comorbidities:<\/strong> Managing heart disease alongside conditions like chronic kidney disease or dementia is a delicate balancing act. 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