If you have a chronic illness, it can be debilitating and dramatically affect your quality of life. Your doctor can help. Dr. Antoine Geffrard at RMS Consultations in Southfield, MI, provides a wide range of medical services, including treatment and management of chronic illness.
How Chronic Illness Affects You
A chronic illness affects your body in many ways. When you have a chronic illness, you may experience:
- A depressed immune system, which can lead to frequent viral and bacterial infections
- Difficulty breathing, which can lead to lower oxygen levels
- Body pain, which can lead to inactivity and weight gain
A chronic illness doesn’t just affect you physically. Your mental health can suffer, too. You may experience depression, anxiety, and social isolation.
Your doctor at RMS Consultations can provide the support you need to help you cope with your chronic illness. During your appointment, your doctor will:
- Assess your overall health
- Determine how your chronic illness is affecting you
- Review your current medications to determine if they are working for you
- Review your current treatment to ensure treatment is helping you
- Provide a detailed treatment plan to improve function, mobility, and quality of life
Your treatment plan may include:
- Changing medication or dosage recommendations
- Alternative medical treatments, including acupuncture, massage, and others
- Dietary modifications to ensure proper nutrient levels
- Lifestyle modifications to enhance your quality of life
- Stress reduction techniques to ease your mind, body, and spirit
- Physical therapy to help you maintain flexibility and strength
- Exercises to keep you active and engaged
A chronic illness can be devastating for you and the people around you. Your doctor can help you live your best life.
Want To Know More About Managing a Chronic Illness?
To learn more about how RMS Consultations can support and care when you have a chronic illness, call Dr. Antoine Geffrard at RMS Consultations in Southfield, MI. You can reach him in the office by calling (248) 663-5353, so call today.
