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Don’t Be Afraid To Ask Questions About Your Health
If we fail to ask questions when we have an
appointment with a
medical professional, we may not be getting the full value from
the visit. Asking direct, relevant questions of a doctor is not
an imposition. It is our right and is also in the best
interests of the doctor to provide all of the information we
need.
Forgetting to ask questions during an office visit is a common
occurrence. This can be a stressful and hectic time and being
distracted is normal, especially if we are not feeling well. It
is helpful to write down any questions that you may have before
your appointment so that you do not forget to ask. You may also
want to discuss these questions with a friend or family member.
Another person may be able to add insight by seeing things more
clearly than we can at the time.
Don't assume that you are causing a problem by asking
questions. Most doctors appreciate patients who ask good
questions. Feelings of fear, embarrassment or inadequacy are
not good reasons for failing to ask the about things you really
want to know. If you don't ask, your doctor may assume that you
understand, or that you do not care to know more. He or she
cannot guess what your concerns are.
As you know, television and magazines are saturated with
advertising for various medications. Such conditions as high
blood pressure, depression, arthritis, high cholesterol and
even erectile dysfunction are being targeted by pharmaceutical
companies with new medications. The information supporting
these products encourages viewers and readers to “ask your
doctor about (name of product).”
Essentially, these companies are putting pressure on doctors to
prescribe their medications. But, in a way, the pharmaceutical
companies have made it much easier to initiate a dialogue with
your doctor. It is no longer unusual for patients to ask
doctors about something they have read or heard about.
Consequently, the dynamic between patient and doctor is
changing. Doctors are becoming conditioned to hearing questions
from patients and they are obliged to respond.
Finally, if you forget to ask a question or think of one later,
call back and ask! Your doctor should prefer, if you do have
health questions, that you get the proper answer rather that
guess. Guessing could be hazardous to your health.
About The Author: J. Terrence (Terry) McDermott is the
developer and administrator of a variety of websites that offer
information, resources and products related to health care.
Alpha Medical Supplies
http://www.alphamedicalsupplies.com and
is a site featuring medical supplies and home care resources.
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