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Making a list of your questions before seeing a doctor can help you organize your thoughts, and make sure the doctor answers all your concerns during your appointment.
Treatment for ovarian cancer includes surgery, usually combined with chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy.
Many people find it helpful to make a list of their questions before they see the doctor. Taking notes can make it easier to remember what the doctor says. Some patients find that it also helps to have a family member or friend with them when they talk with the doctor -- either to take part in the discussion, take notes or just to listen.
Here are some important questions to ask the doctor:
- What type of treatment will I receive?
- What are the expected benefits of this treatment regimen?
- What are the risks of this treatment recommendation?
- What are the possible side effects of treatment?
- Would a clinical trial be appropriate for me?
- Will I need to change my normal activities? If so, for how long?
- When my treatment is completed, how often should I have check-ups?
Sometimes, physicians present a range of treatment options and ask the patient to choose how they would like to proceed. Patients and caregivers may feel overwhelmed and may not feel qualified to make treatment decisions. You may want a second doctor to review the treatment plan. Sometimes, this can be done by mail. There are several ways to find a doctor. There are several ways to find a doctor to consult:
