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Why does it take me so long to heal now? Understanding the process with age

A biological fact is that after age 40, skin cell division can slow by as much as 50%, a key reason why your body might be asking, "Why does it take me so long to heal now?". This natural, yet frustrating, change is part of the aging process and is influenced by a combination of complex physiological shifts.

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Why do injuries take longer to heal as you get older?

According to research from the National Institutes of Health, aging skin heals more slowly than younger skin, with wounds sometimes taking up to four times longer to heal. This difference is due to a complex interplay of biological and systemic changes that help explain **why injuries take longer to heal as you get older?**.

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Why is healing slow in the elderly? Understanding the complex factors

According to research from the National Institutes of Health, aging compromises the normal physiological process of wound healing, causing older individuals to heal more slowly. A complex interplay of factors is the answer to the question: **Why is healing slow in the elderly?**

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Understanding Senior Health: Why Do Old People Heal So Slowly?

Studies show that wound closure in older adults can take up to twice as long as in younger individuals. This raises a critical question for caregivers and families: why do old people heal so slowly? The answer lies deep within our biology.

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