Test Your Knowledge

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 sneezing:

1. What may be causing me to sneeze so much? Do you suspect an allergy?
   
   
2. What methods will you use to determine the cause of my sneezing? Will I require an allergy test?
   
   
3. Are there any risks associated with sneezing?
   
   
4. What treatments are available to me?
   
   
5. Should I expect sneezing to be worse at certain times of year or will it occur consistently year-round?
   
   
6. How can I avoid the allergen that is triggering my sneezing?
   
   
7. Under what circumstances should I seek a physician’s attention for sneezing?
   
   
8. How can I improve the indoor air quality in my home?