10 Easy Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Amyloidosis
1. What kind of amyloidosis do I have?
(Is it the kind that runs in families or the kind that happens with age?)
2. How serious is it right now?
(Has it just started, or has it been getting worse for a while?)
3. What treatments can I get—and which one do you think is best for me?
(Are there pills or other treatments that can help?)
4. Are there any research studies or trials I can join?
(Can I get access to new treatments that are being tested?)
5. How will we know if my treatment is working?
(What will we look for to see if it’s helping me?)
6. What does the future look like with this disease?
(What might happen to me over time?)
7. What can I do in my daily life to stay healthier?
(Are there foods, exercises, or habits that will help me feel better?)
8. What side effects might I get from treatment?
(What problems could come from the medicine?)
9. Should anyone in my family get tested too?
(Could my kids or brothers/sisters have this too?)
10. Where can I find support or talk to others with this?
(Are there groups or websites where people with amyloidosis can help each other?)
Still 4 Life does not endorse specific treatments. Talk to your doctor to decide what’s right for you. For more information or to get involved, please contact us at info@still4life.org.
