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Talking to your doctor

Appointments go fast. A short list of questions helps you get the answers you need and make decisions together with your clinician.

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My numbers
My risk
Treatment
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Cost and coverage

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Questions for my visit

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From lipid.site/learn. General education, not medical advice.

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Key takeaways

  1. 1

    Pick your top three questions and ask them first. Bring a written list and take notes, or bring someone with you.

  2. 2

    Bring your latest lab results and a list of every medicine and supplement you take, including doses.

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    Ask what happens next: when to recheck your numbers, what result would change the plan, and who to contact with questions or side effects.

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▸Making the most of the visit

Say what matters most to you, for example avoiding a heart attack like a parent had, or worries about side effects or cost. It helps your clinician tailor the plan.

If something isn't clear, ask them to explain it another way, or to write it down. Repeating the plan back in your own words is a good check.

▸Deciding together

Many cholesterol decisions have more than one reasonable choice. Asking "what are my options, and what are the pros and cons of each for me?" opens that conversation.

You can ask for time to think, or for a follow-up visit, before deciding.

▸Your privacy

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What people experienced

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Not medical advice. This exhibit is general education to help you understand your condition and talk with your clinician. It doesn't tell you what to take or change. If you have chest pain or other signs of a heart attack or stroke, call 911.

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