Wednesday, March 12, 2014

Best Questions to Ask Your Doctor When You Get a Cancer Diagnosis

Here are some questions that are often forgotten, but are important to ask:

What is the extent or stage of the cancer I have?
What is my prognosis?
What are my treatment options? What treatment(s) do you suggest?
Why do you favor this treatment over others?
When will my treatment start, and how long will it last?
Can I continue working? How will treatment affect daily living?
Would a clinical trial be appropriate for me?
What will happen if I choose not to have treatment?
How long will I have to continue regular check-ups after treatment?
What are the associated financial costs, and will my insurance cover the recommended treatment?
Would you object to me getting a second opinion?