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10 Questions for Your Doctor About Breast Cancer

  1. What stage cancer do I have? What are my treatment options?
  2. Will I need to have a mastectomy?
  3. Will I need to take chemotherapy? If so, what drugs and what side effects can I expect and how can I minimize them?
  4. Would hormone therapy be right for me?
  5. Can I continue my usual routine while I'm in treatment?
  6. Will the treatment affect my fertility? What if I want to have children later on?
  7. How do I explain my condition to my family, friends, and colleagues?
  8. Are there foods, over-the-counter drugs, or supplements I should use or avoid?
  9. Can you recommend support groups or counseling?
  10. Are there any clinical trials I could participate in?

 

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Reviewed by Arnold Wax, MD on February 18, 2010
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