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Welcome to Caring.com's Staying Involved With Chronic Lung Healthcare page. Find the answers you're looking for, connect to others like you, or get expert advice about Staying Involved With Chronic Lung Healthcare.
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Call your local medical or dental society for the names of doctors who specialize in chronic lung disease. Think about using doctors who are allied with medical schools. They tend to have the most up-to-date information, especially about complicated illnesses.
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Questions to Ask Before Agreeing to Tests, Medications, and Surgery. Before you begin discussing medical treatment with the doctor, explain that the person in your care does not want any unnecessary tests or treatments. Then ask these questions:
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Get the information you need about preparing or a visit to the doctor from Caring.com. Be prepared to briefly explain the care receiver's and the family's medical history.
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