Treatment Questions

Questions to ask about treatment:

1. What are the side effects of your prescribed treatment?
2. How long will treatment take?
3. Will I need to change my lifestyle during the treatment?
4. How will the treatment impact my work schedule?
5. Is there a way to make the treatment schedule flexible to fit my work schedule?
6. Is the goal of treatment to control or cure my cancer?
7. How will you know if the treatment is working?
8. What can I do to prepare for treatment?
9. What is the success rate with this course of treatment?
10. Are there any dietary restrictions with this treatment?
11. Are there any clinical trials or alternative treatments available?
12. What are the benefits and risks of the alternative treatments?
13. Can you recommend any patient support groups for people with my type of cancer?
14. How safe is the treatment?
15. Can the side effects be treated?
16. Can I drive to and from the treatment, or do I need someone else to drive me?
    

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