Chronic disease management involves managing the symptoms of a long-term disease, thereby allowing patients to enjoy life. Through managing your chronic disease, doctors can help slow down the progression of your disease and help control the symptoms – so you can take back control of your life. Managing a chronic disease involves a comprehensive, total-health approach. This means it focuses on keeping you healthier and happier by understanding your overall health profile and improving the specific conditions you have. There are many chronic diseases that millions of Americans have. Here are some examples:
- Cardiovascular disease
- Diabetes
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Multiple sclerosis
- Lupus
- Asthma
- Crohn’s disease
- Ulcerative colitis
- Hypothyroidism/hyperthyroidism
