Chronic Conditions

Chronic conditions are long-term health problems that often develop gradually and may require ongoing management.

Health Decoded Guide explains common chronic diseases, their symptoms, possible causes, and how early recognition and healthy lifestyle choices can help reduce long-term health risks.

👉 Explore common chronic conditions below, or view all guides →

❤️ Cardiovascular Conditions

• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• Heart disease
• Heart failure
• Coronary artery disease
• Stroke
• Peripheral vascular disease
• Arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat)
• Valvular heart disease

⚖️ Metabolic & Hormonal Conditions

• Diabetes (type 1 and type 2)
• Thyroid disorders
• Obesity
• Metabolic syndrome
• High cholesterol
• Insulin resistance
• Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)

🌬️ Respiratory Conditions

• Asthma
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Chronic bronchitis
• Emphysema
• Interstitial lung disease

🧪 Kidney & Liver Conditions

• Chronic kidney disease
• Acute kidney injury (long-term complications)
• Fatty liver disease
• Liver cirrhosis
• Chronic hepatitis

🩸 Blood & Genetic Conditions

• Sickle cell disease
• Chronic anemia
• Iron deficiency anemia
• Thalassemia
• Hemophilia

🧠 Neurological Conditions

• Epilepsy
• Parkinson’s disease
• Multiple sclerosis
• Migraine (chronic migraine)
• Dementia (including Alzheimer’s disease)

🦴 Musculoskeletal & Joint Conditions

• Arthritis (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis)
• Chronic back pain
• Osteoporosis
• Fibromyalgia
• Chronic joint disorders

🧬 Autoimmune & Chronic Inflammatory Conditions

• Autoimmune diseases (general overview)
• Lupus (SLE)
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis)
• Psoriasis

🧍🏽‍♀️ Other Long-Term Conditions

• Chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)
• Chronic pain conditions
• Long COVID
• Sleep disorders (chronic insomnia, sleep apnea)

👉 Explore more chronic conditions → (coming soon)