It's OK to ask
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When you understand what’s going on with your health, you can make better decisions around your care and treatment.
It’s important to know what’s going on with your own healthcare. Knowing the right questions to ask can make all the difference.
Feel better informed at your next appointment.
Asking the right questions
- What are the benefits of my treatment?
- What are the risks of my treatment?
- Any alternative treatments I can try?
- What if I do nothing?
Important: It's OK to ask - more at NHS inform
NHS Inform provides more information including a patient leaflet (pdf) in several languages, including BSL. This outlines questions you may want to ask at your next appointment. The leaflet includes a blank space on the back so you can take your own notes.