10 Important Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Brain Cancer

1. What type of primary brain cancer do I have? What is the cell type? What is the grade of my cancer?
2. Where can I find further information about this cancer and treatment options?
3. What part of my brain is affected by cancer? What does this region of the brain do, and how is the cancer affecting its function?
4. Will it be possible to surgically remove my tumor?
5. Will I need any other treatments such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy after surgery?
6. What are the possible side effects of these therapies? How should I manage these side effects?
7. How will these therapies affect my symptoms?
8. What are my chances for beating this disease?
9. Will there be any lasting problems from this disease or its treatment?
10. Are there any support groups in the area that I can contact?