
Questions to Ask Doctors
Why am I taking this medication?

How should I take this medication?
… Which brings us to this next point. Beyond the instructions on a bottle of medication (ex: take XX times daily for XX days), ask your doctor if they have any additional input for how you should take the medication. For example, do you need to take it at the same time each day? Should you take it on an empty stomach or with food? Or does it not matter? Any single piece of information you get could have a dramatic impact on how you integrate the taking of the medication into your daily routine.Can you explain that in a different way?
If over the course of your doctor’s appointment you are given any information that you do not clearly understand, do not hesitate to ask if it can be explained differently. The relationship between you and your healthcare provider should be collaborative, and your doctor will likely appreciate your desire to truly understand everything he or she is telling you. Furthermore, effective practitioners are equipped with multiple ways of explaining various medical terminology to accommodate various perspectives.What should I work on before my next visit?
Being proactive about your health means not only being armed with as much information about your condition as possible but also knowing what things you can do to improve your condition. Whether you need to make some serious lifestyle changes or a few minor adjustments, having this feedback from the doctor who is knowledgeable about your medical history, lifestyle and current health can be invaluable in terms of ensuring that you effectively treat and prevent illnesses you may be suffering from or at risk for.How can I prevent XYZ from happening?

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