Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about the respiratory system:

1. What symptoms indicate a problem in the respiratory system?
   
   
2. Does having asthma mean that my respiratory system is not functioning properly?
   
   
3. What role does the respiratory system play in my asthma?
   
   
4. What role does the respiratory system play in my allergies?
   
   
5. How can I keep my respiratory system healthy?
   
   
6. Am I at risk for any respiratory system-related conditions?
   
   
7. Are my children likely to have respiratory system-related problems because I have them?
   
   
8. Do you suspect a problem with my respiratory system?
   
   
9. What tests can be used to evaluate my respiratory system?
   
   
10. What does it mean if I experience trouble breathing?