Dealing with an illness doesn’t have to be a solitary affair. Here at WeCare Clinic, our chronic disease management program involves personalized and sustained medical assistance for patients in Kuala Lumpur, ensuring that they are constantly aware of their condition, modifying the treatment plans and maintaining their health on a continual basis.

Our doctors will develop a treatment plan suited to your lifestyle and help you manage your condition, whether you are recently diagnosed or have been dealing with it for a long time now, at our clinics located at Ukay Boulevard, Desa Melawati, and Setiawangsa.

What Chronic Disease Management Involves

Long-term illnesses will need more than one visit; they will require continual evaluation and treatment. The chronic disease management at our center will include:

• Evaluation of your illness at regular intervals to see how it is doing
• Medication review and evaluation as needed to make sure that you are on appropriate medication
• Appropriate laboratory testing for tracking purposes
• Dietary and lifestyle changes as related to your specific illness
• Early complication detection so that potential problems can be nipped in the bud
• Referrals to specialists when the need arises

This continuous care will help patients to stabilize their illness, avoid hospitalization, and enjoy a good quality of life despite their illness.

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Why Chronic Disease Management Matters

Diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol and other chronic diseases have the tendency to occur and become complicated without presenting any symptoms. In the absence of management, they greatly enhance the chances of developing other diseases such as heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and even nerve damage.

Continuous management of these diseases turns the situation around because individuals who continue to engage in treatment and monitoring programs are highly likely to maintain the stability of their disease, prevent any emergency situations, and live healthy and happy lives. This is exactly what we try to achieve through our chronic disease management program.

What Happens Without Proper Management

In most cases, chronic diseases do not pose any serious health dangers right away; rather, the risks slowly develop due to lack of monitoring or improper treatment. Poorly controlled diabetes, high blood pressure, and high levels of cholesterol can lead to such health issues as:

• Increased risk of heart attack or stroke
• Damage to or reduced functioning of the kidneys
• Damage to nerves, especially of the feet and hands in diabetics
• Vision impairments due to high blood sugar levels or high blood pressure
• An increased risk of being hospitalized due to complications that could have been avoided

This does not need to happen, however. With proper monitoring, appropriate treatment, and some necessary lifestyle changes, almost all patients suffering from such diseases can enjoy a normal and active life without any increased risk of developing complications.

What To Expect during the Treatment Journey

• Initial Assessment – A complete evaluation of your medical condition, medical history, medications, and other factors
• Personalised Care Plan – A personalised treatment plan designed by your healthcare provider, which will be tailor-made for you
• Monitoring Visits – Regular follow-up visits, where your progress is assessed and necessary adjustments to your treatment plan are made
• Lifestyle Assistance – Help and tips on how to modify your way of life to suit your particular medical condition
• Communication – Convenient contact with your care providers in-between appointments if anything comes up
• Follow-Up – Continuous monitoring and adjustment of your treatment plan based on your progress

Who Should Consider Chronic Disease Management

• Newly diagnosed cases of diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol
• Existing cases that do not have an established care program
• Conditions which have been resistant to past treatment
• Those who wish to change their place of treatment for a more regular follow-up program
• Those with a family history of chronic diseases

It might be beneficial to think about chronic disease management even when you believe that you are fine. The reason why diseases such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol are referred to as “silent” is due to the fact that they never display any symptoms. This is how they can be diagnosed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What counts as a chronic disease?

These are long-term illnesses requiring continuous management, and not a one-off treatment. The typical ones include diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol, and all these we assist with their management programs.

How often will I need to visit for chronic disease management?

That depends on your personal health problem and how managed it is. There are those who are followed monthly in the early stages of treatment while others are followed after a few months depending on their stability.

Can I get help for more than one condition at the same time?

Yes, it is possible for someone to have more than one chronic illness that requires management. We take care of all the patient’s chronic problems together as a whole and not separately.

Does WeCare Clinic accept insurance for chronic disease management?

Yes, we cater to a number of insurance and corporate groups like PMCare, AIA, Perkeso, HealthConnect, MiCare, CompuMed, and EMAS.

Do I need a referral to start chronic disease management at WeCare Clinic?

There is no need for a referral. All you have to do is book a visit at any WeCare Clinic branch and start your chronic disease management program.