|
Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following ARVD-related questions:
-
Is there anything I may have done to cause this condition?
-
If I don’t meet all the diagnostic criteria, is it possible that I still have ARVD?
-
Is ARVD progressive? Will it get worse over time?
-
Is there any way to predict whether my child will get the disease or not? What about genetic screening?
-
How long will I be on antiarrhythmic therapy? Will I be restricted in exercise for the rest of my life?
-
Would abnormal EKG results suggest that I may have ARVD?
-
What over the counter medicines might trigger ARVD?
-
Should I limit my caffeine intake?
-
Is the ARVD responsible for my symptoms?
-
Are there any lifestyle/dietary choices I am making that may be worsening my disease? Is it in any way related to dietary fat?
|