collocation · neutral
manage chronic conditions
UK/ˈmænɪdʒ ˈkrɒnɪk kənˈdɪʃənz/US/ˈmænɪdʒ ˈkrɑːnɪk kənˈdɪʃənz/MAN·age CHRON·ic con·DI·TIONS
to control long‑term medical problems so they cause fewer symptoms or complications
Examples
“Regular check‑ups help patients manage chronic conditions like diabetes.”
“Diet and medication together can help manage chronic conditions.”
“Many people need education to manage chronic conditions effectively.”
Band 8 sentence
“Integrated care and patient education are essential if healthcare systems are to manage chronic conditions at scale.”
Collocations
- long‑term medication
- treatment plan
Word family
Common mistakes
have chronic conditions→manage chronic conditions
to manage the chronics→manage chronic conditions
Say it for a higher band
5have a disease→6look after illness→7+manage chronic conditions
Synonyms
control long‑term illnesses
Easily confused
treat acute conditions
“The clinic is equipped to treat acute conditions such as broken bones.”
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