Questions your doctor might ask when taking a medical history

16 questions your doctor might ask:

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• What type of symptoms do you have?
• How long have you had these symptoms?
• When symptoms occur, how long do they last?
• Are your symptoms seasonal (come and go throughout the year) or do they last year-round?
• Do your symptoms occur when you are outdoors or indoors?
• Do your symptoms get worse when you are around pets? Do you have any pets?
• Do you smoke? Does anyone in your family smoke?
• Are your symptoms interfering with your daily activities or interrupting your sleep?
• What makes your symptoms better? What types of treatments have you tried?
• What medication(s) are you taking now for symptom relief? Do these medications provide relief? Do they cause drowsiness?
• What other medications are you taking, including prescription, over-the-counter, vitamins, and herbal supplements?
• What type of heating system do you have? Do you have central air conditioning?
• Do you have any other health conditions, such as asthma or high blood pressure?
• Are you having difficulty with your sense of smell or taste?
• What makes your symptoms worse? Better?
• How much can you modify your lifestyle to reduce your exposure to these allergens?