Men and woman discussing soft tissue sarcomasWhat to ask your doctor about testing for soft tissue sarcomas

Some questions you might ask your doctor

  • What tests are you going to do?
  • What are you looking for?
  • Will the tests show whether I have sarcoma and which type it is?
  • Will the tests show whether my sarcoma can be operated on?
  • Are any of the tests painful?
  • Do any of the tests have after effects?
  • Can I have these tests as an outpatient?
  • Should I bring someone with me when I have the tests?
  • How long will the results take?
  • Who will give me the test results?