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Should I Take Medication to Treat My Health Problem?

Always ask your doctor about any medicine he or she prescribes for you. Ask what would happen if you chose not to take a medicine and whether there are alternatives to taking medicine. For more information, see the topic Smart Decisions: Know Your Options.


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Author: Caroline Rea, RN, BS, MSLast Updated: May 1, 2008
Medical Review: Patrice Burgess, MD - Family Medicine
Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine

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 Topic Overview
 Should I See a Doctor
 Should I Have a Test
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 Should I Have Surgery
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 Do I Need to be Hospitalized
 Should I See a Specialist
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