Write down your two or three most important questions.
List or bring all your medicines and pills - including vitamins and supplements.
Write down details of your symptoms, including when they started and what makes them better or worse.
Ask for an interpreter or communication support, if needed.
Ask a friend or family member to come with you,if you like.
If you don't understand any words, ask for them to be written down and explained.
Write things down, or ask a family member or friend to take notes.
you know what should happen next - and when.
for copies of letters writtern about you. You are entitled to see them.
Write down what you discussed and what happens next. Keep your notes.
Book any tests that you can and put the dates in your diary.
Ask what's happening if you are not sent your appointment details.
Ask for the results of any tests and what they mean.
You can view your records on line, if you have registered for this.
You can book a telephone consultation with your doctor to discuss your test results.