Cancer Appointment Question List
Bring this list to your cancer appointment. Check the questions you want to discuss. You do not need to ask everything at one visit.
☐ What type of cancer do I have, and where did it start?
☐ What is the stage of my cancer?
☐ Do I need any additional tests before treatment begins?
☐ What are my treatment options?
☐ What do you recommend, and why?
☐ What is the goal of this treatment?
☐ How often will I receive treatment, and how long will each treatment take?
☐ What side effects should I expect?
☐ Which side effects should I report right away?
☐ What can I do at home to manage common side effects?
☐ Are there medicines, vitamins, or supplements I should avoid?
☐ Should I get a second opinion?
☐ Are there clinical trials that may be appropriate for me?
☐ Who should I call if I have questions or problems between appointments?
☐ What should I expect at my next visit?
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