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Questions To Ask Your Consultant

  • What type of cancer do I have? How was the diagnosis established? Are there any other diagnostic tests that could provide useful information?
  • What is the extent of spread (stage) of the cancer? To what extent does the stage of the cancer influence the treatment options?
  • Should I get a second opinion about either the diagnosis or the treatment plan? Can you recommend someone who could provide a second opinion?
  • What are the treatment options? How do you decide among the different options? Are there investigational treatments or clinical trials available for this type of cancer?
  • How much is known about the type of cancer that I have? How common is this cancer and the type of treatment I am to receive? Would I be better off being treated in a more specialized center?
  • What is your experience in treating this type of cancer? What have been the results of this treatment?
  • How much time should I take to make a decision about treatment?
  • What is the goal of treatment (for example, to completely eradicate the tumor, to reduce the size of the tumor, to alleviate symptoms)?
  • How often must I receive treatment? How will I feel after treatment? If there will be side effects of treatment, are there any medications that can help prevent or lessen the severity of these? How soon can I return to normal activities after treatment?
  • Does the treatment require hospitalization? Can family members be present with me during treatment? Will I be able to drive afterward? Will it be necessary for someone to stay with me?
  • Who will coordinate my treatment plan if different facilities or hospital departments are involved? How many different doctors will be involved in my treatment? Whom should I contact with questions about appointments, billing, etc.?
  • Is the proposed treatment covered by my insurance plan? Will I be required to make any payments up-front?
  • How will you decide whether the treatment is effective? How long will it take to see any results? What kind of follow-up visits will be necessary, and how frequent should these be?
  • Can you recommend any resources that I can read to learn more about the cancer or its treatment?
  • Are there patient support groups or support services available?
  • Should I continue to take my prescription medications during treatment? Are there any dietary restrictions during treatment? Are lifestyle modifications necessary or recommended?
  • Are there any specific signs or symptoms I should watch for following treatment?
  • How can I best contact you if I have a question? What should I do in case of an emergency medical situation?

 

News & Upcoming Events

Virtual Vintage Coffee Morning 2020

June 10, 2020

Cancer Connect NI’s Winter Wonderland 2019

November 21, 2019

Health Talk - 6th July 2019

September 19, 2019

A night in memory of Veronica Early - 26th June 2019

September 19, 2019

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Cancer Connect NI
3 Forthill Road,
Enniskillen,
Co Fermanagh,
BT74 6AW

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Some Of Our Past Events

Cancer Connect NI’s Winter Wonderland 2019

November 21, 2019

Health Talk - 6th July 2019

September 19, 2019

A night in memory of Veronica Early - 26th June 2019

September 19, 2019

Vintage Coffee Morning - Sat 15th June 2019

May 05, 2019
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