Preparing for an appointment

You're likely to start by seeing your family doctor or pediatrician. However, if you have an underlying condition that's contributing to the problem, you may be referred to a specialist for treatment.

Here's some information to help you get ready for your appointment.

What you can do

The doctor is likely to ask you a number of questions. Be ready to answer them to reserve time to go over any points you want to spend more time on. Your doctor may ask:

• When did you begin experiencing symptoms?
• Have you recently taken antibiotics for an infection?
• Do you have asthma? If so, do you use a steroid inhaler?
• Do you have any long-term health conditions?
• Do you have any other new symptoms of illness?

What to expect from your doctor

The doctor is likely to ask you a number of questions. Be ready to answer them to reserve time to go over any points you want to spend more time on. Your doctor may ask:

• When did you begin experiencing symptoms?
• Have you recently taken antibiotics for an infection?
• Do you have asthma? If so, do you use a steroid inhaler?
• Do you have any long-term health conditions?
• Do you have any other new symptoms of illness?