Asking good health questions gains the most from a visit to the doctor.
If we fail to ask health questions when we have an appointment with a medical professional, we may not be getting the full value from the visit. Asking health 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 health 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 health 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 health questions. Most doctors appreciate patients who ask good questions. Feelings of fear, embarrassment or inadequacy are not good reasons for not asking the proper health questions. 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.
Finally, if you forget to ask a question or think of one later, call back and ask! Your doctor should prefer that, if you do have health questions, that you get the proper answer rather that guess.
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