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Tips
to know before going to the Doctor.
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We
know not everyone likes going to the doctor. Or maybe you are
bringing your child to the doctor for
the first time. Here are a few helpful tips to know before going
to the doctor.
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Doctor
Tips 1
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Ask
your doctor about the medication they are prescribing you. Ask them
if they know how much it costs. Ask them if there is a generic form
of it. Let them know if it is out of your price range so that they
can prescribe something that is either cheaper – but still
effective – or that your insurance will cover. |
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Doctor
Tips 2
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Before
going to visit the doctor, be sure you have a typed page of your
entire health history. It can save you a lot of time and frustration
in trying to remember everything. |
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Doctor
Tips 3
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It
is not recommended to talk to your child in advance about going
to the doctor. It produces anxiety and fear. Be honest with what
will happen, but don't focus on the less-desirable things such as
shots or getting undressed. |
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Doctor
Tips 4
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Ask
a lot of questions and be inquisitive. Doctors can use a lot of
technical jargon. Ask them kindly to explain what they mean and
to give examples. Ask them for additional literature if necessary.
They usually have many brochures in their office that will help
explain more about the condition discussed. |
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Doctor
Tips 5
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If
you feel uncomfortable with a particular doctor, do not hesitate
to get dressed and leave. You owe them no explanation. Ultimately
you have your own best interests to look out for. Trust your intuition! |
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Doctor
Tips 6
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Its
been said many times but GET A SECOND OPINION! For bigger decisions
and more complicated or involved diagnosis such as the need for
surgery, it is always a good idea to get a second opinion from another
doctor. This may just save you a lot of money and/or unnecessary
anguish. |
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Doctor
Tips 7
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Don’t
forget to follow up with your doctor. Let them know if you have
a question you thought of on your way home, or if you are having
a reaction to the medication you are taking. If you don’t reach
them, leave a message to have them call you back. |
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Doctor
Tips 8
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Ask
your doctor about clinical trials. There are some perks to being
a part of a trial, in that you may get paid to go see the doctor,
or you will get your medications for free. Plus the added bonus
of knowing that by your being in the trial you are helping medical
science learn more so they can help more people. |
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Doctor
Tips 9
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Go
over with your child what he or she might expect in the doctors
office, like the doctor looking in their ears or gently putting
a small wooden stick in their mouth. This will help prepare the
child. It takes away some of the unknown and hence takes away some
of the fear. |
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Doctor
Tips 10
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Before
you go to the doctor, make a list of what you would like to discuss.
The doctor is usually on a tight schedule and the more organized
you are, the more time you'll have with him/her. |
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