Question: what to say to someone with health issues?
Answer: Chronic disease: It sounds dire, but it's actually quite common. ...  “How's your pain?” ...  “Wow, that sucks.” ...  “You're spending more time in bed, and I'm worried.” ...  “If my plans need to change, no problem. ...  “You need to tell me what's going on.” ...  “I'm getting coffee. ...  “I have gossip.