What to ask your doctor about chemotherapy for oesophageal cancer

Some questions you might ask your doctor

Why do you think I need to have chemotherapy
What will the chemotherapy do for me?
How will the chemotherapy be given to me?
Will I need to have a central line?
What will the side effects be?
How long will the treatment last?
How often will I have to come to the hospital?
Is it possible to get help with fares or transport to and from the hospital?
Is there anything I will have to do at home (for example change the chemotherapy bags in a pump)?
What if I cannot manage?
Are there any long term effects of this treatment?
Is there a clinical trial that is suitable for me?