Questions for your doctor after cancer diagnosis

After a cancer diagnosis, it is important to ask your doctor questions that will help you gain a full understanding of your condition and treatment options. Here are some questions you might like to ask.

What is the stage of my cancer?

What are my treatment options?

What type of treatment do you recommend and why?

What is the goal of treatment?

How will treatment affect my daily life? Will I be able to work, exercise etc.?

How will treatment affect my ability to become pregnant or have children?

How will cancer affect my sexuality and intimacy with my partner?

What long-term side effects may be associated with my cancer treatment?

Who can provide me with information about the cost of my treatment?

Is there a clinical trial I might be eligible for?

Who can I call if I have questions or problems?

In our Checklist: Questions to Ask Your Doctor After Cancer Diagnosis, we’ve put together a more comprehensive list of questions to ask your doctor including:

  • understanding your diagnosis
  • treatment options
  • financial considerations
  • + more

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Questions to ask your doctor after cancer diagnosis
Questions to ask your doctor after cancer diagnosis

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The content found on the Icon Cancer Centre website is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be considered as medical advice. It is not a substitute for consulting with a qualified medical professional. Our website is designed to provide information and support to the general public. Please be mindful that we do not dispense medical advice, and for personalised medical guidance, we strongly advise you to consult with a qualified medical professional or doctor.

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