Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor (or ultrasound technician or therapist) the following questions about ultrasound:

1. How experienced are you with ultrasound?
   
   
2. What kind of ultrasound will I have?
   
   
3. What area will be examined?
   
   
4. What are you looking for with this ultrasound?
   
   
5. Do I need to make any preparations before undergoing this ultrasound?
   
   
6. Will I receive a contrast medium? What does this involve?
   
   
7. What will happen during my procedure?
   
   
8. What do my results indicate?
   
   
9. Will other tests follow my ultrasound if it is not conclusive?
   
   
10. How often should I have an ultrasound to monitor my condition?
    
    
11. Can ultrasound therapy help my condition?
    
    
12. Do I face any risks from the use of ultrasound?