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Questions to ask your doctor guide download

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A cancer diagnosis is confronting and searching for answers to your questions can be stressful and confusing.

This can make it hard to have a clear head during doctors appointments and retain important information. We’ve put together the ‘Checklist: Questions to Ask Your Doctor After Cancer Diagnosis’ to help you be more informed, regain some control and have an active role in your care.

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 this free download, we’ve included:

  • Tips for getting the most out of your doctors appointments

  • A comprehensive list of questions to ask your doctor, covering:

  • Understanding your diagnosis

  • Your treatment options

  • Lifestyle, health and nutrition

  • Follow-up and ongoing care

  • Important financial considerations

     

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