Why Would an Elderly Person Be More Prone to Skin

Question

Why would an elderly person be more prone to skin infections than a younger person?
A) Skin repairs take longer in the elderly.
B) The epidermis is thinner in the elderly.
C) There are fewer dendritic cells in the skin of the elderly.
D) Basal cell activity is reduced in the elderly.
E) All of the answers are correct.

Accepted Answer

All of the answers are correct. As people age, their skin naturally becomes thinner, drier, and less elastic. This makes their skin more prone to damage and more susceptible to infection. Additionally, the immune system's response to infection weakens as people age, making it harder for the body to fight off skin infections. Finally, the skin's ability to repair itself declines over time, further increasing the risk of infections.