Between Appointments (For People with Diabetes)

Make plans to follow the healthcare professionals' recommendations. Discuss plans with your Care Partner.
Make appointments to have tests done or see a specialist if you need to.
Review notes from the appointment, or a printed visit summary, to make sure you haven’t forgotten any key things discussed.

You do not understand or have trouble following medical instructions after you get home
Test results haven’t been received within a week of the test date - do not assume that no news is good news
You don't understand test results
You experience any side effects or problems with your medicines
Your symptoms get worse (or do not get better)
You receive any new prescriptions or start taking any over-the-counter medicines
You have any questions about your diabetes self-care routine