Examples of Chronic Disease:

• Arthritis - This chronic disease is one of the most common age related conditions older adults experience. Arthritis causes joint pain and chronic inflammation. The two types are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.


• Chronic Kidney Disease - Kidney infections, kidney inflammation, high blood pressure, and diabetes can all lead to chronic kidney disease.


• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - best known condition under this category of illness is chronic bronchitis. Bronchitis is caused by an infection affecting the lungs and airways, contributing to a buildup of excessive mucus. The body tries to displace this buildup through coughing.


• Alzheimer’s - Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe a syndrome — or a collection of chronic conditions — in older adults that lead to problems with memory and cognition.


• Diabetes - Diabetes can develop during middle age — and sometimes even younger. But it most commonly develops among older adults, and it has to be managed as a lifelong condition. This disease occurs when the body is not able to produce enough insulin to ensure normal functioning.


• Osteoporosis- Osteoporosis is one of the most common conditions among older adults. This condition presents as a reduction in bone density, and it often goes undetected until a fall causes a break or fracture.


• Stroke - A stroke occurs when the brain’s vital blood flow is cut off. Strokes are very common among older adults, so it is important to know the signs and symptoms so you can seek medical attention as soon as possible.