Living with a chronic illness can be quite a challenge. If you’re managing one of the many chronic conditions like pancreatitis, cystic fibrosis, diabetes, or arthritis, you are well aware of how it can affect your daily life. From never-ending symptoms to ongoing discomfort, these conditions come with many challenges.
At times, it might seem like no one understands the daily struggles you face. To avoid becoming too discouraged, sometimes all you can do is laugh. These funny memes can capture the highs and lows of living with a recurring or long-term chronic illness. And, if we can discover some humor amid the difficulties, why not make the most of it?
So, whether you’re currently experiencing a flare-up or just need to laugh today, we hope these memes bring a smile to your face. Believe us, a little laughter can be a great source of comfort when you’re managing a chronic illness.
1. Sorry, I can’t hang out my chronic illness won’t let me

2. Thank you Captain Obvious

3. *Internal screaming*

4. The Spice Girls get it

5. Sleep I just want to

6. And the Oscar goes to…

7. It’s a scary sight

8. Symptoms always hide when the doctor is around

9. The most interesting illness in the world

10. Drowning in “normal lab results”

11. The chronic illness invisibility cloak

12. Tough decisions

13. Only time will tell

14. Productive doctor’s appointments!

15. If only it were that simple

16. When everyone tries to relate

17. Sure, I’m *definitely* faking it

18. There’s not enough time in the world to explain it all

19. Trying your best to keep it together

20. If only it were like this

21. Brad gets it

22. The list just keeps going and going

23. Wayyyy harder than it needs to be

24. The definition of ‘chronic’ is…

25. The most relatable pie chart

26. Once in a blue moon

27. Teamwork makes the dream work

28. I’m fine!

29. Not this again

30. Unwelcomed “expert” advice

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