TALKING WITH YOUR DOCTOR Questions for Every Stage of Your Diabetes Journey Ever found yourself driving home from a doctor’s appointment, remembering all the questions you meant to ask.but forgot? It’s a common experience. This checklist can help you get organized ahead of time, so you feel prepared for your appointment. #WeightofDiabetes Before your visit, ask yourself… How have I been feeling lately? Have I experienced any new Has my blood glucose been mostly in range? Have I been taking my medicine(s) consistently, at the right time of day? Receiving a new diagnosis Don’t hesitate to ask about terms you don’t know. For instance: What is A1C? What are the potential complications of diabetes, and how should I look out for them? What regular tests should I have? Do I need to keep track of my blood glucose? If so, what time of day should I check it? Starting, switching, or adding a medication What are the potential risks and How will I know if a treatment is working? What happens if I miss a dose? What should I do if I experience other medicines I am taking? Are there new possibilities in diabetes management ? Experiencing new symptoms What might be causing these symptoms? Could we change my treatment plan to address the cause? Could these symptoms be a sign of complications? Are there lifestyle changes I could make to help manage my symptoms? #Lose it to win it = Lower HbA 1c , reduce weight, remodel cardiovascular risk. *Carbone S. Prog Cardiovasc Dis. 2019 Jul-Aug;62(4):327-333. Making healthy lifestyle choices Are there any programs that can help build healthy habits? What should I be doing to take care of my mental health? Maintaining healthy weight Whats' the ideal BMI How can i Maintain my BMI ? What is the impact of weight in diabetes? Looking for answers about diabetes management? Find helpful info, tools, and resources on aboutdiabetes.in Disclaimer: This is not a substitute for medical advise. Please refer to your healthcare professional for complete medical information. Apis Bull is a registered trademark of Novo Nordisk A/S. IN22CD00220