The Week in Sleaze: June 30-July 6, 200

Jul 01, 2009 in Uncategorized

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Why You Need to Discuss Heart Disease With Your Physician

Jul 01, 2009 in Uncategorized

A critical first step in dealing with heart disease is to learn to talk to your doctor about your questions and worries. You are not the only person who has problems communicating their concerns to the health care provider who performs your check-ups. But when it comes to heart wellness no question should be left unanswered.

Sometimes people hope that the answers to their questions will come out in the process of being examined instead of asking them point blank. Physicians don’t always have as much time as they would like with each patient due to their demanding schedules and long waiting lists. In particular, women need to voice their concerns, since heart disease isn’t as readily associated with women, even though they are equally at risk.

Questions that you should ask your doctor include what your blood pressure is recorded as and what is normal for you. Glucose and cholesterol levels need to be checked to see if they’re in an acceptable range. Ask your doctor which tests are suggested for people of your age, both currently and in the future.

If you have been prescribed medication, make sure you find out the purpose of the drug, if there are any side effects, and possible interactions with other meds, either over the counter or prescription. Ascertain whether you’ll be on the medication for an indefinite period of time or if it’s a temporary treatment. Tests to monitor the effects of the medication you are taking should be conducted at a later date if it is recommended by your doctor. If you’re on specific medications, many doctors will want to test your liver.

If you always get home and remember something that you forgot to ask the doctor, make a “need to know” list and take it with you on your next visit. Remember to take along a list of your current prescriptions. This is essential if you are under the care of more than one health care practitioner.

Add to your list any surgeries or relevant illness that you have had and been treated for in the past few years. This should be in your medical chart so that the doctor can be aware of anything that might cause a problem.

In conclusion, if you think that you may forget what you physician has told you, you can always write it down or record the appointment for later referral. Do not be afraid to check around for a second opinion if you are not comfortable with the treatment that your doctor recommends or if you do not feel that he or she listened to your worries or questions.

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