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Amyloidosis: Questions to Ask the Doctor

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source: American Society of Clinical Oncology

year: 2016

summary/abstract:

Talking often with the doctor is important to make informed decisions about your health care. These suggested questions are a starting point to help you learn more about your care and treatment. You are also encouraged to ask additional questions that are important to you. You may want to print this list and bring it to your next appointment, or download Cancer.Net’s free mobile app for an e-list and other interactive tools to manage your care.

Questions to ask after getting a diagnosis

• Can you explain my pathology report (laboratory test results) to me?

• What organs, tissues, and/or parts of my body are affected?

• How will this type of amyloidosis progress? Is it possible to slow down this disease? Is it curable?

Questions to ask about choosing a treatment and managing side effects

• What are my treatment options?

• Can my symptoms be controlled with medication alone?

• What clinical trials are available for me? Where are they located, and how do I find out more about them?

• What treatment plan do you recommend? Why?

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