Questions to Ask Your Doctor

Situation 1: Your First Visit

Appointment time is limited. Preparing your questions in advance helps you avoid forgetting the things that matter most.

Print the question list for the situation that applies to you, check the items you want to ask, and bring it with you to your appointment.

About Your Diagnosis

• What is my condition called? (Please tell me the official name)
• Why was this diagnosis made?
• Where exactly is the stenosis? (e.g., L4/5)
• Is the stenosis mild, moderate, or severe?
• Are there other conditions as well? (Disc herniation, spondylolisthesis, etc.)

About Your Symptoms

• Can my symptoms be explained by this condition?
• What can I expect going forward? (Will it progress? Stabilize?)
• Is this urgent?

About Tests

• Are any additional tests needed?
• Can you explain my MRI results in detail?
• Can you show me the images?