Prepare for Productive Visits
Get ready for a productive visit with your doctor using these tips:
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Make notes about your own medical history, medical history of family members, risk factors, and other things you don’t want to forget to tell your doctor.
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Ask if it’s a fasting or non-fasting cholesterol test. You may need to avoid eating, drinking, and/or taking medication prior to the visit.
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Ask peers what they wish they’d known sooner about managing LDL.
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Make a list of questions you want to ask at the visit.