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What to ask when you get a second opinion from a doctor:
• What is the diagnosis and how was it determined?
• What treatments are available and which are most effective? Most risky? Most commonly used?
• What treatment do you suggest and why?
• What is the success rate for this treatment?
• Is the condition reversible?
• What are the potential side effects and complications of the treatment and how likely are they?
• Is the problem or treatment likely to affect my blood glucose levels?
• Will the treatment require hospitalization? For how long? Will I need follow-up care?
• Are there any additional costs associated with this treatment, such as repeated blood tests, physical therapy, or postoperative nursing care?
• Is this an experimental treatment? Will I be participating in research? Will I be part of a placebo/control group, or will I receive treatment? If this is the case, you may need to evaluate the potential risks and make sure they do not outweigh the benefits. If this is a research protocol, are more conventional treatments available should this one fail?
• What is the diagnosis and how was it determined?
• What treatments are available and which are most effective? Most risky? Most commonly used?
• What treatment do you suggest and why?
• What is the success rate for this treatment?
• Is the condition reversible?
• What are the potential side effects and complications of the treatment and how likely are they?
• Is the problem or treatment likely to affect my blood glucose levels?
• Will the treatment require hospitalization? For how long? Will I need follow-up care?
• Are there any additional costs associated with this treatment, such as repeated blood tests, physical therapy, or postoperative nursing care?
• Is this an experimental treatment? Will I be participating in research? Will I be part of a placebo/control group, or will I receive treatment? If this is the case, you may need to evaluate the potential risks and make sure they do not outweigh the benefits. If this is a research protocol, are more conventional treatments available should this one fail?
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Important: This content reflects information from various individuals and organizations and may offer alternative or opposing points of view. It should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. As always, you should consult with your healthcare provider about your specific health needs.