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Visiting your doctor and taking your daily dose of COREG CR, which has been proven to increase your chance of survival, are the two most important things you can do for your heart health. Before you visit your doctor, write down all your questions, symptoms and concerns about heart failure so you don't forget to tell your doctor something important.
Below are some tips for a successful visit to your doctor when discussing heart failure:
- Take notes during your visit or bring a friend/family member, as heart failure is a serious and sometimes confusing problem
- Ask questions about the different tests your doctor may order, including: electrocardiogram or echocardiogram
- Discuss with your doctor the treatments involved with heart failure like medication, surgery and others
- Your doctor may suggest a combination of therapies. Make sure that you're aware of what each of these therapies will do
- Bring a list of all the pills you are taking, including medications you buy over the counter, vitamins, and natural health products
- Have a list of the medical problems you've had in the past and now
- Ask your doctor to be available if you have further questions or want more information about coping with a weakened heart
- Make sure you understand the goals and changes to your lifestyle that your doctor lays out for you
- Make an appointment to see the professionals your doctor recommends
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