Questions to Ask Your Doctor
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- I'm in pain and I need help finding relief.
- I'm being treated for pain, and this is a follow-up visit.
- I suffer from pain, and I'm sick or having problems.
I'm in pain and I need help finding relief.
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What's causing my pain? Can the problem be treated to make the pain go away?
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What can I do at home to help ease the pain? Should I ice or elevate the area?
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Will over-the-counter pain medications work for me? What do you recommend?
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Should I take a prescription-strength pain reliever? What are the risks and side effects?
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What should I do if the pain gets worse?
I'm being treated for pain, and this is a follow-up visit.
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Are my medications doing enough to control my pain?
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How long can I take the medications I'm using? Could I become addicted?
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Would I benefit from other pain relief techniques, such as relaxation therapy, acupuncture, or biofeedback?
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Can I safely exercise? What precautions should I take before doing physical activities?
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Will I ever be free of pain?
I suffer from pain, and I'm sick or having problems.
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Could my problems be caused by a medical condition that hasn't been diagnosed?
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Are my symptoms caused by the pain medication I take?
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Should I try a different pain medication? Would an antidepressant or anti-anxiety medication help me?
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Should I see a pain specialist or other specialist?
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My condition is taking a toll on my family. What can I do to make it easier for all of us?
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