10 Questions to Ask When Diagnosed with Breast Cancer
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Once diagnosed with breast cancer, you’ll likely have many questions about your diagnosis, treatment and recovery. To get the conversation started, below are 10 questions to ask your care team.
- What kind of breast cancer do I have and at what stage?
- Has cancer spread to my lymph nodes?
- What is my prognosis?
- Who will be a part of my cancer care team and what does each person do?
- What are my treatment options?
- Are there more tests and procedures needed to determine my treatment plan?
- What is the goal of my treatment?
- What can I do myself to get ready for treatment?
- Can I get a second opinion?
- Who can I go to for support?
Answers to these questions will help you prepare for your treatment and recovery. And there are sure to be many questions along the way. Keep a list and the lines of communication open with your care team. They are here to help with your questions and concerns – both large and small.
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