symptoms
Where might you experience pain?
back, joints, mouth and face, muscles and bones, or neck.
What are some self care treatments?
Physical exercise, Stress management, and Relaxation techniques.
What are the most common chronic diseases?
heart disease, cancer, diabetes, stroke, and arthritis.
What percent of deaths is caused by chronic disease?
60%
What sensory symptoms might you experience?
pins and needles or sensitivity to pain
What are some therapy treatments?
Biofeedback, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Physical therapy, Behavior therapy, Brief psychotherapy, Massage, Mindfulness-Based stress reduction, and Acupuncture.
What is a chronic disease of the lungs?
Asthma
What percent of chronic disease deaths occur in low and middle income countries
80%
What psychological symptoms might you experience?
depression or fear
What are some medical procedures?
Numbing medication injected near a nerve to relieve pain.
What is a chronic disease in which blood sugar (glucose) levels are above normal.
Diabetes
Almost half of chronic disease deaths occur in people under the age of what?
What is the primary symptom?
The primary symptom is persistent pain that lasts weeks to years.
What are some medications?
Nerve pain medication, Analgesic, and Narcotic.
What is a Chronic Disease that refers to several types of disease that involve the heart and blood vessels.
Heart disease
What are the major risk factors for chronic disease?
unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, and tobacco use.
What are some other symptoms?
anxiety, fatigue, headache, or sleep deprivation
What are some specialists?
Primary care provider (PCP), Palliative medicine, Occupational therapist, Pain management, Geriatrician, Clinical psychologist, Physical medicine and rehabilitation, and Physical therapist.
What type of Chronic Disease has the most types?
Cancer
How many people will die prematurely this year from a chronic disease?
17 million