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 restrictive cardiomyopathy:

1. Why do you suspect that I have restrictive cardiomyopathy?
   
   
2. How does this condition compare to other cardiomyopathies?
   
   
3. What tests will be used to diagnose the condition?
   
   
4. How soon do I need to have the tests?
   
   
5. What type of treatment do you recommend I use to treat this condition?
   
   
6. What medications will I be prescribed?
   
   
7. What are the risks with these medications?
   
   
8. How quickly will I see improvement once I have started my treatment?
   
   
9. What lifestyle changes may help my condition?
   
   
10. Will I need long-term treatment for this condition?
    
    
11. Could this condition be caused by any of the medications I am currently taking?
    
    
12. Could any of the medications I am currently taking interfere with your recommended treatment?
    
    
13. If I have restrictive cardiomyopathy do my children have an increased chance of developing this condition?
    
    
14. How will my condition be monitored?