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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?

Updated: 17 August 2012

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