Being Prepared

Every time I go to my GI, I try to keep a list of things in my head that I want to talk about or mention.  But, when it comes time to talk with the doc, I either forget things or feel weird about bringing them up.  The best way to get around that and make sure all your questions and concerns are taken care of?  Make a list.  Give a copy to your doctor.

I made a list the last time I met with my GI.  He thought is was great, and we discussed everything on the page. Here's a example of some of the info I discussed.


Weight loss

• Down to 150
• Should i be concerned about my current weight? Is it too low?

Exhaustion

• Things like raising my hands above my head.
• Walking up stairs.
• Feel week throughout the day.

Pain/Symptoms

• Cramps not just at the bottom of my abdomen, cramps of the top of my stomach area
• I have been vomiting more.   There are always extreme cramps
• Very irregular BMs.  I will go as soon as I wake up, then weird times throughout the day.  
• Going earlier in the morning (ex. 5 AM, 5:30 am)
• I feel like if I lay on my side in bed, even when just sitting in bed to watch tv, it feels like I have to go.

Treatments

• More info on Humira
• Not sure my current medicines are working
• Anyway to deal with the stomach pain?