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What to ask your doctor about skin problems

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Here is a list of questions you might like to ask your doctor

  • Why am I itchy?
  • Why am I sweating?
  • What treatment will help me?
  • How long will this skin problem last?
  • Do you have any tips about what I can do to help myself?
  • How can be referred to a community nurse?
  • Why have I got a pressure sore?
  • Do I need a special mattress or cushion?
  • Where can I get special equipment or aids from?
  • Can anyone help me to pay for equipment I need?
  • Does my pressure sore need a dressing?
  • Who will do the dressing and how often?
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