What to ask your doctor about treating kidney cancer

Some questions you might ask your doctor

What can you tell me about the stage of my cancer?
How likely is it that my cancer has spread?
What are the treatment options for my stage of cancer?
Is there written information you can give me about these treatments?
Is my cancer curable?
What is the aim of the treatment you are recommending for me?
What are the risks and benefits of the treatment
What are the side effects?
Is there anything I can do to reduce side effects?
Is it possible to have a second opinion?
Are there any clinical trials that might be suitable for me?
How often will I have to come to hospital for treatment?
Is there any transport available?
Is it possible to have help with fares?
How likely is it that my cancer will come back after treatment?
Are there any experimental treatments that might help?
How often will I have to come for follow up appointments?
What should I do if I am worried between appointments?
Is there a counsellor I could talk things through with?

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