What to ask your doctor about laryngeal cancer surgery

Some questions you might ask your doctor

Why do I need an operation?
Which type of operation should I have and why?
Will the operation cure my cancer?
What are the risks and benefits of having this operation?
What are the long term effects of this operation?
Will I be able to speak after the operation?
Will I have pain after this operation?
How will I breathe after my operation?
How long will I have a drip after surgery?
Will I have a feeding tube into my stomach?
When will I be able to start eating again?
Will I be able to eat and drink normally after this operation?
Who will advise me about my diet after the operation?
What are the possible complications of this type of operation?
Will I need any other treatment as well as surgery?
Is there any treatment I can have instead of surgery?
What will happen if I don’t have the operation?
How long will it take me to get better?
How can I help myself get over the operation?

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