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Questions to Ask Your Doctor

Below is a list of questions to ask your doctor as you decide your treatment regimen.  

  1. Based on the stage of my disease, what is your recommended treatment option?
  2. How long will I have to undergo the treatment?
  3. How long does each course of the treatment take?
  4. What are the benefits of this treatment?
  5. What are the potential side effects of this treatment?
  6. Is combination chemotherapy a treatment option that is appropriate for me?
  7. If I decide to receive combination chemotherapy, what is my chance of remaining disease-free?
  8. If I decide not to receive combination chemotherapy, what is my chance of remaining disease-free?
  9. Are there any "high-risk" features of my tumor that make it more important for me to consider combination chemotherapy?
  10. Is a clinical trial appropriate for my situation?










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