What is often a consequence of chronic illness management as discussed in the text?

Chronic illness management often involves navigating complex health issues that can lead to increased disability and a diminished quality of life for individuals. In many cases, patients may experience ongoing symptoms, limitations in daily activities, and emotional or mental health challenges that accompany their chronic conditions. These factors can contribute to a decline in overall well-being, making it difficult to achieve a sense of normalcy or full functionality.

While management strategies, lifestyle modifications, and treatments may help mitigate some symptoms, they do not always result in a total restoration of health. Instead, the focus often lies on managing symptoms and improving aspects of life that can be enhanced, such as self-care and symptom control, but this does not negate the possibility of increased disability associated with chronic conditions. Chronic illness can impose long-lasting changes in physical capability and overall life satisfaction, thus leading to the conclusion that such management may indeed result in increased disability and a diminished quality of life overall.