Questions to Ask Your Doctor

Questions to Ask Your Doctor

1. Why is this medicine being prescribed and what symptoms are problematic?

• By asking this you can make sure you understand what the medication is that you are taking and understand how to take it and side effects to look for.                                                                                  (medications)

2. How will you monitor my Parkinson's treatment and coordinate my care?

• This will teach you who to contact with questions and how often you should be visiting for evaluations.

3. What other professionals do you recommend I see?

• Your doctor may give you a referral for a physical therapist, speech pathologist, and occupational therapist in order to be assessed by these specialists.

4. Could you recommend a dermatologist?                                    

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• People with Parkinson's are at a higher risk for developing melanoma so it is crucial for you to be screened regularly by a dermatologists. 

5.What types of exercise are most suitable for me?

• This will give you an idea about what you can do and how much physical activity you can endure.

                                                                                          

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Visit http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/parkinsons-disease/basics/preparing-for-your-appointment/con-20028488 in order to find out more questions to ask your doctor and how to prepare for your upcoming doctors appointments. Please make sure to take notes during your appointment to ensure that you remember all of the things the doctors are telling you.