Men and women discussing nasal and sinus cancerWhat to ask your doctor after nasal and sinus 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?
  • How will my speech be affected?
  • How will I communicate with people after my operation?
  • How will my breathing be affected?
  • Will my hearing be affected?
  • How can I get help with hearing loss?
  • Will my sight be affected?
  • How can I get help with changes in how well I see?
  • How will I look after my operation?
  • What can be done to hide any scars I may have?
  • Will my treatment affect my sex life?
  • If I have difficulty eating, who can I go to for help?
  • Will the treatment affect my sense of smell?
  • Will my sense of smell improve over time?
  • Will I need a special diet?
  • Is there anything I shouldn’t eat?
  • Will I need any extra vitamins or other diet supplements?
  • How do 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 a head and neck cancer?
  • 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?