Specialist Consultation Checklist - cannabisprescription.ukcannabisprescription.uk

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Section 1: Essential Documents & Information

Before your appointment, you will need to gather and submit these items to your chosen clinic. Have them ready in a digital format (e.g., PDF).

Document / Information	Notes	Status
Summary of Care Record (SCR) This is a summary of your medical history from your GP. It is essential and non-negotiable.
Photographic ID A clear photo or scan of your Passport or Driver's Licence.
List of Current Medications All prescription and over-the-counter medicines you currently take.

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Section 2: Your Medical History & Symptoms

This section helps you organize your thoughts to clearly explain your situation to the doctor.

My Diagnosed Condition(s):

Condition Name

Chronic Migraine

When did this condition start?

How has it progressed over time?

My Current Medications:

Medication Name	Dosage (e.g., 50mg)	Frequency (e.g., Twice Daily)
Paracetamol	500mg	As needed

Previous Treatments Tried

Remember, this can include medications, physiotherapy, talking therapies, etc. The "Rule of Two" refers to trying at least two previous treatments.

Treatment Name	When I Tried It	Outcome / Reason for Stopping
Ibuprofen	2022 - 2023	Ineffective, caused stomach issues
Physiotherapy	2023	Helped slightly with neck tension but not headaches.

My Main Symptoms

Rate your average experience over the last month.

Other Symptoms:

Symptom Name	Rating (1=Mild, 10=Severe)
Nausea	1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Sensitivity to Light	1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

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Section 3: My Treatment Goals

What does success look like for you? Thinking about your goals helps the doctor tailor your treatment.

Reduce my pain level Improve my sleep quality Better manage my anxiety or mood Reduce my reliance on my current medications Improve my ability to work / socialise

Other Goals:

Goal Description

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Section 4: Questions for the Specialist

The consultation is a two-way conversation. Have your questions ready.

Example Questions:

Based on my symptoms, what type of product (oil, flower, etc.) do you recommend and why?
What is the recommended starting dose and how should I increase it (titration)?
What are the most common side effects I might experience with this product?
How might this treatment interact with my current medications?

My Own Questions:

Question
Based on my symptoms, what type of product (oil, flower, etc.) do you recommend and why?
What is the recommended starting dose and how should I increase it (titration)?
What are the most common side effects I might experience with this product?

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Generate & Download Summary

You are now prepared.

Remember, this is a collaborative discussion about your health with a medical expert. Be open, be honest, and be confident in explaining your experiences. Good luck.

Section 1: Essential Documents & Information

Section 2: Your Medical History & Symptoms

My Diagnosed Condition(s):

Chronic Migraine

My Current Medications:

Previous Treatments Tried

My Main Symptoms

Other Symptoms:

Section 3: My Treatment Goals

Other Goals:

Section 4: Questions for the Specialist

Example Questions:

My Own Questions:

Generate & Download Summary

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