Tips on telehealth appointments

Telemedicine has become popular during the pandemic and projected to stick around long after people have gotten rid of their masks.

Many doctors have increased their telemedicine offerings, allowing patients to call in and discuss issues or symptoms over the phone.

Telehealth appointments can be valuable for anyone, and people can take steps to ensure their telemedicine sessions with their physicians are as p. roductive as possible.

Write down questions prior to an appointment. This helps ensure nothing is forgotten in case of a distraction when calling from. home.

Keep a health diary. It can help patients point to symptoms or other persistent issues they’ve faced in the weeks or months prior to their telehealth appointment. People should note everything from the severity and frequency of symptoms to fluctuations in weight to a. ny reactions to medications. No detail is too minor.

Photograph any extraordinary symptoms. Physical examinations are vital components of preventive health regimens, which many people have delayed or skipped during the pandemic. Any unusual symptoms should be documented with photos and reported to a physician. Photographs can also ensure nothing is lost in translation during telehealth appointments.

Telemedicine will play a bigger role in health care in the years to come. Embracing strategies to make telehealth appointments more successful can help people adapt to the changing health care landscape.

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