The reply of Mr.Sasikumar is fantastic.
I am also of the opinion that age is only a Number.
It does not indicate the ability of the individual.
It does not indicate the mental maturity of the individual
It does not indicate the self confidence of the individual,
It does not indicate the physical capacity of the individual
It does not indicate the courage of the individual to face challenges
Whatever may be the deficiency as to the above, even then, there are people who can deliver goods.
Doctors also generally say, for any illness, age must be the reason . They depend on the Lab reports which some times get changed or erratic. The Lab result also vary from method to method and equipment to equipment and make of the equipment,
For example the reading of Blood sugar varies with the make of Glucomeres and the normal method adopted in the Lab for measuring the Blood sugar.
BP also varies from time to time and also depends on the mood of the patient. if he is hungry and has some anxiety or fear or worry or tired after a brief walk it may vary. In olden days BP is generally checked in the early mornings asking the patient to lie on the bench or testing table. Generally I have seen the BP, Sugar, TPR etc. are taken in the early hours by the night shift Nurses. Some Doctors insist the patient to have the Lab Test in a specific Lab. The saying that Doctors get commission from the specified Lab is another story, these are not relevant to this subject.
People in the helm of affairs as President, Prime Ministers, Chief Ministers etc. might not have been in such position if age is taken as an important issue. The ex Chief Minister,of Tamilnadu Mr.Karunanithi is nolw above 89 years and he is still aspiring for the political leadership. What was the age of Mr. Giri and other Senior Leaders when they were occupying key position of decision making in the central Government.
Did they not do their duties. The criticism and their response if any may be different.
In view of the above I appreciate and comment on your reply and also encourage Mr.Sen Guptha to update his knowledge and be equipped to face any challenge and wish him Good-Luck..
S.Balasubramanian
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