Saintly Support: Patrons Offering Healing for Ailments

Addictions - St. Maximilian Kolbe

• Known for his sacrificial death in a concentration camp, he's invoked for overcoming addictions and breaking free from harmful habits.

Arthritis - St. Alphonsus Ligouri

• Renowned for his writings on moral theology, he's prayed for relief from arthritis and other joint-related ailments.

Babies, Infants, Children’s Health - St. Philomena

• Revered for her intercession in cases of infant illness, she protects children's health despite scant historical details.

Back Pain - St. Gemma Galgani

• Sought after for relief from back pain due to her mystical experiences and suffering from spinal tuberculosis.

Breast Cancer - St. Agatha

• A martyr who endured breast mutilation, she's invoked for the healing of breast cancer and related illnesses.

Broken Bones - St. Stanislaus Kostka

• Despite his youth, he's invoked for healing broken bones and strength during physical injuries.

Burns - St. John the Apostle

• Known for his Gospel writings, he's prayed to for healing burns and relief from their pain.

Cancer - St. Peregrine

• Miraculously healed from a leg tumor, he's a patron for cancer patients seeking healing and strength.

Chronic Illness and Suffering - St. Lidwina of Schiedam

• Endured chronic pain and paralysis, offering comfort and endurance to those in prolonged suffering.

Cramps, Abdominal Pain - St. Erasmus of Formiae (St. Elmo)

• A martyr who suffered severe stomach pain, he's invoked for relief from cramps and abdominal ailments.

Diabetes - St. Josemaria Escriva

• Founder of Opus Dei, prayed to for the management and healing of diabetes.

Epilepsy and Seizures - St. Vitus

• Martyred for his faith, invoked for intercession in cases of epilepsy and seizures.

Eye Disorders - St. Lucy

• A martyr, prayed to for healing and protection from eye disorders and vision problems.

Head Injuries - Blessed John Licci

• Known for longevity and miraculous healings, invoked for healing and protection from head injuries.

Headaches - St. Teresa of Avila

• Renowned mystic, prayed to for relief from headaches and migraines.

Heart Disease, Heart Attack - St. John of God

• Cared for the sick and dying, invoked for healing and protection from heart-related ailments.

Impossible Causes - St. Jude Thaddeus

• One of the Twelve Apostles, invoked for intercession in seemingly hopeless situations, including health-related challenges.

Infections - St. Agrippina of Mineo

• A martyr, prayed to for healing and protection from infections and contagious diseases.

Infertility, Miscarriage, Childbirth - St. Gerard

• Patron of expectant mothers, invoked for protection during pregnancy, childbirth, and healing from infertility and miscarriages.

Kidney Disease - St. Benedict

• Founder of the Benedictine Order, prayed to for healing and protection from kidney-related ailments.

Lung and Respiratory Problems - St. Bernardine of Siena

• Franciscan friar, prayed for healing from lung diseases and respiratory problems.

Obesity, Stomach Ailments - St. Charles Borromeo

• Known for reform efforts, invoked for healing and assistance in managing obesity and stomach-related ailments.

Pain, Suffering, Healing - St. Pio of Pietrelcina

• Renowned for stigmata and miraculous healings, prayed to for relief from pain and suffering, both physical and spiritual.

Skin Disease - St. Anthony of the Desert

• Early Christian monk, invoked for healing and protection from various skin diseases and conditions.

Stress, Anxiety, Mental Health - St. Dymphna

• A martyr, prayed to for relief from stress, anxiety, and mental health struggles, and for emotional healing and stability.

Strokes, High Blood Pressure - St. Andrew Avellino

• Dedicated priest, invoked for healing and protection from strokes and high blood pressure.

Surgery - St. Luke the Evangelist

• Gospel writer, prayed to for guidance and protection during surgical procedures, and for the skill of medical professionals.

Throat Ailments - St. Blaise

• Physician and bishop, invoked for healing and protection from throat-related illnesses and ailments.

Toothache, Dental Problems - St. Apollonia

• A martyr, prayed to for relief from toothaches and dental issues, and for dental health.

Wounds - St. Rita of Cascia

• Devoted to Christ's Passion, invoked for healing and protection from wounds, physical and emotional, and for reconciliation in difficult situations.

Sore Eyes - St. Clare of Montefalco

• A nun with mystical experiences, prayed for relief from sore and afflicted eyes, as well as for spiritual sight and discernment.

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