Preparing for Medical Visits

 

On behalf of Men's Health Month:

I try to be prepared with information for my Physicians whenever I have a doctor’s appointment. There have been times when I've provided my doctors with a typed document that tells what’s been going on with me physically, since my last visit. Yup! That’s just how I roll! LOL! They’re usually appreciative of the information provided. Heck! I can’t always remember everything that I intend to share with them during my visit, so it’s not just for their benefit, but mine as well.  

I know that sometimes men are unprepared during their visits with the Dr. They might not ask the right questions & sometimes they don’t ask questions at all. I’ve had conversations with women who’ve accompanied their loved ones to their doctor’s visits, for these very reasons. I remember my sister and I accompanying my father & stepmother to one of his specialist's visits and me taking notes and asking questions on his behalf. You don’t have to be as meticulous as I am when preparing for a visit with your Dr. However, it’s always beneficial for you to be able to provide updated health information related to your well-being. 

This week I’m sharing a checklist from the CDC that helps men think about the information they need to share when preparing for a visit to the Dr. 

Getting check-Ups can help men stay healthy & prevent disease and disability. Encourage them to prepare for visits with the following checklist from the CDC:

-Have you noticed any body changes, lumps, or skin changes?

-Are you having pain, dizziness, or fatigue?

-Have you experienced any depression, anxiety or sleeping problems?

-Have you taken medication as directed?

-How much are you exercising?

Comments

Mrs. B said…
Hi! Thanks for helping our brothers out Ro!!
Blessings!
Mrs. K. Booker
June 23, 2022 at 12:21 PM
Ms. Ro RED said…
YW Mrs. Booker🤗
June 23, 2022 at 4:48 PM
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