Preparing for the Doctor's Appointment

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You wrote, " I am thinking of taking a tape recorder to record his

answers as I am going alone and can never remember all that is

discussed. "

By all means! That is exactly what many people do. It is simply too

overwhelming to try and remember all of the information you receive.

It is also a good idea to bring a drawing of the pancreas, labeled in

a manner that you understand. Ask the doctor to use that to illustrate

your problems. There are several excellent pictures available for you

to print out in the photo section of this message board.

Karyn E. , RN

Executive Director, PAI

Pancreatitis Association International