What to ask your doctor about treating liver cancer

Some questions you might ask your doctor

What do you know about my cancer?
Has my cancer spread?
What is the stage of my cancer and what does this mean for me?
What treatment would you recommend and why?
What are the risks and benefits of this treatment?
What are the possible side effects of this treatment?
How long will they last?
If I have chemotherapy will I have any hair loss? If so, when will my hair grow back?
Can you arrange a wig for me on the NHS?
How long will I be in hospital for?
How often will I have to come back to hospital?
What do you expect the treatment to achieve?
What are the chances of my cancer returning?
Will I have difficulties with eating and drinking? If so, what can I do about my diet?
Is there a clinical trial that I may be suitable for and will it help me?
What follow up will I have after my treatment?

Liver cancer