A chronic disease or illness: a long-lasting health condition that is difficult to cure and typically requires ongoing management (e.g., diabetes, hypertension).
糖尿病は代表的な慢性疾患の一つだ。
Diabetes is one of the typical chronic diseases.
慢性疾患を持つ患者は定期的な検査と服薬が必要だ。
Patients with chronic conditions need regular checkups and medication.
生活習慣の改善が慢性疾患の管理には重要だとされる。
Lifestyle improvements are considered important for managing chronic diseases.