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You and Your Doctor >> Questions to Ask Your Doctor for Women

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Going to see the doctor? Even the best physician can't give you the right answers if you're not asking the right questions. Our simple, structured, and easy to read "Questions to Ask Your Doctor" section helps put you in control of your healthcare.

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Review the following 'Questions To Ask' about general women's health so you're prepared to discuss this important health issue with your health care professional.

1. Do you specialize in (whatever disease you're having treated)?

2. What are the risks and benefits of the treatment you suggest?

3. What sort of screening do you recommend for me?

4. What can I do to stay healthy?

5. Is it OK to start exercising?

6. I take multiple medications from my different health care professionals and I'm having trouble keeping track of them. What do you recommend?

7. When should I have a mammogram?

8. What are my risk factors for getting cancer?

9. How often should I come for a checkup?

10. What can I do to prevent osteoporosis?