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10 Important Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Brain Cancer
- What type of primary brain cancer do I have? What is the cell type? What is the grade of my cancer?
- Where can I find further information about this cancer and treatment options?
- 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?
- Will it be possible to surgically remove my tumor?
- Will I need any other treatments such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy after surgery?
- What are the possible side effects of these therapies? How should I manage these side effects?
- How will these therapies affect my symptoms?
- What are my chances for beating this disease?
- Will there be any lasting problems from this disease or its treatment?
- Are there any support groups in the area that I can contact?
WebMD Medical Reference
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Brunilda Nazario, MD on June 19, 2008
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