What to ask your doctor about living with kidney cancer

Some questions you might ask your doctor

How will my treatment affect me?
Will I ever get back to normal, or will I have some long term effects?
Will I be able to manage with only one kidney?
What will happen if my remaining kidney becomes damaged or stops working?
What is the risk of getting cancer in my other kidney?
Will I be able to eat and drink normally?
Will I need a special diet?
How can I see a dietician?
Will I be able to go back to work?
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 of the kidney?
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?
Why can't my cancer be cured?
What symptoms am I likely to have?
What help can I have with controlling symptoms?
Will I be in pain?
What pain control can you offer?
How long do I have left to live?

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