Here’s What You Should Ask Your Doctor on Your Follow-Up Appointment

Your medical care provider isn’t a mind reader. If you’re concerned with something regarding your health that isn’t on your appointment’s agenda, you must ask them in the follow-up meeting. While your doctor will ask their share of questions, you must take charge of your health. Here are 3 questions that you should ask your doctor for your follow-up appointment.

1.Should I Worry About My Weight?

Even if you’re conscious about your weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle, you must ask your doctor to confirm if you have healthy body weight. Sometimes, we have skewed perceptions about our weight, which can lead us to stay oblivious of what’s healthy body weight for us and what’s not.

Different factors, like certain medical conditions and genetics, can also influence body weight. Ensure that you mention any health conditions you may know when talking to the doctor about your weight.

In case your doctor tells you that you should be concerned about body weight, make sure that you ask them follow-up questions about nutrition and physical activity. Don’t hesitate to ask for a referral to an exercise specialist or a nutritionist.

2.Should I Take Supplements?

Your priority should be consuming nutrient-dense whole foods, but if you have some nutritional gaps, they can be filled with supplements. Based on your medical records, your doctor can recommend some supplements – especially if they’ve been treating you for a long time. But in most cases, you’ll need to get your blood tested to determine if you need the supplements. Please inform your doctor about any symptoms or health conditions you may face and what supplements may help you overcome them. There are more chances of the doctor telling you to eat a balanced and healthy diet. We recommend that you keep a food journal so that you can share it with your doctor at the follow-up appointment so that your doctor can better identify the gaps in the diet. 

3.Do I Need any Vaccines?

Vaccines aren’t only for children. Adults also need them. Just like there are scheduled vaccines for children, there’s a similar schedule for adults prescribed by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 

If you feel that you may be due for a vaccine, make sure that you ask your doctor about it. It’s the best time to start a vaccination record. 

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