Doctor Conversation Kit
Too many women leave hormone appointments unheard. Preparation changes the dynamic: structured scores, a clear timeline and written questions make your case impossible to wave away.
What to bring
- Your MRS, PHQ-9 and GAD-7 scores, dated and showing trend
- A symptom and cycle timeline — when it started, what changed
- Any cycle-variability data from your tracker
- Three written questions, ranked by importance
Scripts that keep you on track
Simple openings like "I've tracked my symptoms for three months and here is the pattern" or "Could we discuss whether HRT is appropriate given my history?" anchor the conversation in data and put the clinical question on the table. The kit provides ready-to-use wording.
Why preparation changes the visit
A rushed appointment rewards the patient who arrives with data. Dated scores, a symptom timeline and three written questions make your case concrete and hard to wave away.
What to bring
Your MRS, PHQ-9 and GAD-7 scores with dates; a symptom and cycle timeline; and three written questions ranked by importance. Scripts like "I have tracked my symptoms for three months and here is the pattern" anchor the conversation.
Common questions
What if I feel dismissed?
Stay with the data. Ask what alternative explanation they are considering and what the next step is. If needed, seek a second opinion — it is your right.
Should I print the report?
Yes — a printed clinical report with scores and timeline is hard to ignore and gives the clinician something concrete to act on.