Talking to Your Doctor About Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)
Condition InDepth
You have your own health history. Talk with your doctor about your risk factors and background with MDS. By talking openly and often with your doctor, you can take an active role in your care.
References
- Getting the most out of your doctor appointment. American Academy of Family Physicians Family Doctor website. Available at: https://familydoctor.org/tips-for-talking-to-your-doctor. Accessed April 19, 2022.
- Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). EBSCO DynaMed website. Available at: https://www.dynamed.com/condition/myelodysplastic-syndrome-mds. Accessed April 19, 2022.
- Talking with your health care team. National Cancer Institute website. Available at: https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/coping/adjusting-to-cancer/talk-with-doctors. Accessed April 19, 2022.
Contributors
- Mohei Abouzied, MD, FACP
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