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7 normal—and not-so-normal—signs of aging

Deeply aching joints, feeling constantly exhausted and other changes that aren’t just “part of getting old.”

Jan, 2026
LearnJoint health7 normal—and not-so-normal—signs of aging
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Your joints are especially achy
Everything’s achy
You feel constantly exhausted
You’re becoming a “grumpy old” person
You’re having too many “senior moments”
You have a hard time controlling your bladder
You’re having less sex

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You might be familiar with the subtle physical changes that come with aging. Maybe your hearing isn’t what it used to be…maybe you just shouldn’t eat cheese anymore? But stereotypes and misinformation about aging often cause people to ignore changes they shouldn’t. Make an appointment with your family doctor or nurse practitioner if you notice any of these not-normal symptoms.

Written byRose Hayes, MA, RN.
Medically reviewed byJoanne Perron, MD.December, 2023

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