Chronic Disease Management

Chronic Disease Management services offered in Bridgeville, PA

Up to 133 million Americans live with chronic illnesses like diabetes, high blood pressure, or kidney disease. If you’re one of them and want to reduce the risk of potentially serious complications, enroll in chronic disease management. Varun Kommalapti, MD, and the team at Primora Primary Care in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, use chronic disease management to help people feel their best. To make an appointment, call the office or request one online today.

Chronic Disease Management Q & A

What is chronic disease management?

Chronic disease management uses patient education, nutritional guidance, and prescription medication to prevent long-term illnesses from worsening. If you have a chronic condition, like heart disease or diabetes, it’s crucial to visit Primora Primary Care regularly.

Routine checkups and lab tests can reduce the risk of potentially serious side effects, improving your health and quality of life.

What conditions can benefit from chronic disease management?

Dr. Kommalapti uses chronic disease management to treat various conditions, including:

Asthma
Arthritis
Depression
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Chronic kidney disease
Heart disease
Hyperlipidemia
HIV/AIDS
Multiple sclerosis
Osteoporosis
Cystic fibrosis
Thyroid disorders

You might also benefit from chronic disease management if you have a gastrointestinal disorder, like inflammatory bowel disease or Crohn’s disease.

What does chronic disease management involve?

At Primora Primary Care, chronic disease management involves several aspects, including:

Patient education

If you have a chronic illness, it’s important to lead a healthy lifestyle. Aside from eating a balanced diet, you must exercise regularly, keep your stress levels in check, stay hydrated, and get plenty of sleep.

Dr. Kommalapti can make recommendations that align with your needs and health history.

Nutrition guidance

Eating a poor diet exacerbates the side effects of many chronic illnesses. For example, if you have high cholesterol, eating junk food might increase the risk of a heart attack or stroke.

Dr. Kommalapti can develop a custom nutrition plan that includes fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. Eating a variety of foods ensures you receive the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients needed to thrive.

Medication management

Some chronic illnesses require prescription medication. For example, if your thyroid gland produces too many hormones (hyperthyroidism), Dr. Kommalapti might prescribe a thioamide –– a type of drug designed to treat an overactive thyroid.

After enrolling in chronic disease management, you will usually visit Primora Primary Care once a month. At each checkup, the team assesses your health, monitors your progress, and adjusts your treatment plan as necessary.

To explore the benefits of chronic disease management, make an appointment at Primora Primary Care by calling the nearest office or booking one online today.