Men and women discussing chronic myeloid leukaemiaWhat to ask your doctor about living with chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML)

Some questions you might ask your doctor

  • How will my treatment affect me?
  • Will I ever get back to normal?
  • Will I have treatment side effects that affect my daily life?
  • Will I be able to go back to work?
  • Is there anything I should or shouldn’t eat?
  • Where can I get help with claiming benefits and grants?
  • What practical help is available?
  • Why did this happen to me?
  • Are my children at risk of getting cancer?
  • Where can I get help dealing with my feelings?
  • Can you refer me for counselling?
  • Do I have to pay for counselling?
  • Could you refer me to a Macmillan nurse?