What and How to Discuss Symptoms with Your Practitioner.
When you start to list your symptoms stop to think about when you first noticed the symptom, get a date and time as close as possible. Also remember to note when any objective signs appeared (such as bruise or rash). Once you have determined when a symptom began you should determine if the symptom has changed in anyway and note if it has progressed or intensified during any activity or at certain times of day or after consuming certain foods. Remember it is very important that you be able to discuss the quality and intensity of any pain and or to describe any sensation you are having as this will help your practitioner in making decisions regarding treatment and diagnosis.
A good way to make sure you are not leaving anything out is to go head to toe: As you can imagine this is a long list and that is why I encourage you to write it down! If you think you will remember rethink! It always comes back later "Oh I forgot about..." Give your practitioner all the information so they have the information they need to help you return to healthy and happy!
Copyright(c)2009, Angela Gunter
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