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 questions related to the circulatory system:

1. How do I know if my circulatory system is functioning properly?
   
   
2. Am I at risk for any circulatory problems?
   
   
3. What tests are used to evaluate the circulatory system?
   
   
4. What signs or symptoms indicated a possible problme with my circulatory system?
   
   
5. What can I do to protect my circulatory system?
   
   
6. Am I currently taking any medications that might affect the way my circulatory system operates?
   
   
7. Can problems with my lungs affect the way my circulatory system functions?
   
   
8. What type of medical conditions affect my circulatory system?
   
   
9. Can circulatory problems be caused by some aspect of my diet or lifestyle?
   
   
10. Are there any medications available to me that would improve my particular circulatory problem?
    
    
11. Does pregnancy affect the way my circulatory system operates?
    
    
12. Can problems with my circulatory system affect my unborn child?
    
    
13. What type of heart problems can result from an impaired ciculatory system?
    
    
14. If I have ciculatory problems, will my children be at higher risk for the same problems?