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Topics of Interest

Air Travel and A1AD
May 2008

FAQs

Questions to Ask Your Physician

  1. What medications/drugs should I take?
  2. Are there side effects?
  3. Will this impact my existing medications (if any)?
  4. How often should I see the doctor?
  5. Do I need a specialist?
  6. Are there other tests I need to have?
  7. Are there any pulmonary rehab groups in this area?
  8. Do you recommend any vaccines?
  9. Should I have my liver checked?
  10. How often should I have pulmonary function tests?
  11. Where can my family be tested?
  12. What is my life expectancy?