You have symptoms that make you believe that something is wrong - let's call it a condition. The mosaic of symptoms and its specific treatment work as a puzzle. The Doctor will collect all data and provide his expertise - resolving the puzzle - followed by his/her advice on what treatment course to take - ultimately, you are going to decide what to do next.
Condition Plan of Action:
- Keep track of all signs/symptoms - even if you are not sure if it's relevant
- Ask what the Doctor says the condition is - write down the name
- Ask what the options are for the treatment
- Ask how long the treatment usually takes
- Ask what the side effects of the therapy are
- Ask what can happen if you discontinue the treatment
- Ask what is the expected time frame for the healing process - and what is the worst case scenario
Understanding and probing the reasons why your Doctor is choosing a therapy is a good way to face the problem towards a solution. In case you are not comfortable with one Doctor's positioning, get a second opinion - and avoid delaying the treatment. Some conditions should not have the treatment delayed with the risk of worsening it - sometimes with irreversible consequences.
Alternative & Natural ways can be considered, depending on what the condition is - but with a risk to delay the treatment if it's not effective.
A good and positive attitude is proven to help the healing process. Connect, send messages to your family/friends and enjoy the Holiday season.
Be good and be healthy.
Vanessa
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