You and your doctor are a team in managing your diabetes. To get the most from your treatment, talk openly and honestly with your doctor.

I'm embarrassed to ask my doctor some questions.

• All questions are important. Do not be afraid to speak up if you do not understand something.
• Do not be embarrassed to bring up more personal problems, like your sexual health. Your doctor is used to talking about these problems.
• Ask a family member to join you for doctor visits. They can write down your doctor's answers.

If you have trouble understanding what your doctor says:

• Ask for written information about your medicine. Is this available in large print or another language?
• Review the following checklist before each doctor's visit.

Prepare before you go to the doctor's office. Check off the statements that apply to you and discuss with your doctor.

Since my last visit:

I have taken my medicine(s) as directed every day.

I have stopped or changed how I take my medicine.

My medicines have caused side effects that bother me.

I have checked my blood sugar as directed.

My blood sugar has been in my target range.

I have checked my feet every day.

I have felt sick some days due to diabetes.

I have felt "sad" or "hopeless" much of the time.

I have made progress on my goals for managing diabetes.

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