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Psoriasis treatments: 10 questions to ask your doctor
Going to see your GP or specialist about your psoriasis can be unsettling. Many patients feel rushed or nervous at the surgery or outpatient clinic and forget to ask important questions about psoriasis treatment.
It’s a good idea to have questions ready to ask before your appointment. If you’re unsure about what to ask the doctor about your psoriasis, consider the following 10 questions about psoriasis treatment. You can print out this page and take it with you to your next appointment. Your doctor should be sympathetic towards your concerns, but try not to be too demanding in your approach:
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- What is your overall approach in treating psoriasis?
- What is our treatment plan for my psoriasis?
- How severe is my psoriasis?
- Can we please discuss my psoriasis treatment regime?
- What is the purpose of each medicine?
- What side-effects should I look out for from my psoriasis treatments?
- What about biological agents to treat my psoriasis?
- What can I do on my own to care for my psoriasis?
- Are you able to refer me to a psychologist, or other therapist, if I feel I would benefit?
- What other psoriasis treatments are available that might help me?
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