Some questions & observations to discuss with your doctor to help figure out what is going on with you, or your kids. This is a good start for every condition for which you may decide to seek treatment.

When did _______ start or was first noticed?

What was going on at the time and shortly prior?

Does anyone else in the family or group have similar symptoms?

What have you noticed that makes it better or worse?

What are you doing different than normal?

What have you already tried and how did it work?

Some other lines of reason to explore,

Could this be_____?

What are the best ways to identify any triggers?

Could any or my medications be making me worse?

What treatment do you recommend and why?

What side effects should I expect and what can I do to minimize them?

How can I tell if ______ is coming back?

What kind of preventative measures or therapies can I take and what would be the benefits?

When should I come back in for a visit?