Why come for control?
In children, the condition changes quickly - both for the better and for the worse. A repeat examination makes sure that the pneumonia is resolved, the temperature has returned to normal not only against the background of antipyretics, and wheezing in the lungs has disappeared. This is the same visit at which the doctor evaluates the results of the prescribed tests and decides whether to continue treatment, change it or cancel it. A separate frequent situation is the need to cover sick leave and obtain a certificate of admission to a kindergarten or school.
Primary and repeat appointment: what is the difference?
At the initial appointment, the doctor gets to know the patient: collects a detailed history, conducts a full examination, analyzes previously performed studies and builds a diagnostic hypothesis. This is the longest visit, and it is it that determines the entire further route.
A repeat appointment is shorter and solves another problem: to evaluate the results of prescribed studies, the effect of treatment and adjust therapy. You should not skip it - without control it is impossible to understand whether the assigned scheme is working.
How to prepare for your appointment
- collect the results of analyzes and studies, even old ones - dynamics are important
- write down the medications you are taking with doses
- formulate complaints: when did they start, what intensifies and what alleviates
- write down the questions you want to ask
What does the patient get as a result?
Conclusion with a diagnosis or preliminary diagnosis, examination plan, prescriptions with dosages and timing, as well as a guideline for the date of the follow-up visit. If the help of another specialist is required, the doctor gives a referral.