What to ask your doctor about treating melanoma

Some questions you might ask your doctor

What stage is my melanoma?
How does the stage affect my treatment?
How thick was the melanoma?
Can you explain what this means for me?
What is the chance that the melanoma will come back or spread?
Is there any other treatment you recommend for me after surgery?
Why do I need this treatment?
Do I have a choice in the treatment I have?
Will this treatment reduce the risk of my melanoma coming back?
How long will I wait for the treatment?
How long does the treatment take?
What are the side effects of this treatment?
Are there any long term side effects of this treatment?
Are there any experimental treatments I could try?
Are there any trials running at this hospital (or another hospital) that you would recommend for me?
How can I get a second opinion?
How often will you want to see me after my treatment finishes?
What will happen at these follow up appointments?
What should I do if I am worried between appointments?
Should I have my other moles checked regularly and if so, how and where?