Hi guys,
So I’ve got my oncologist apt through and it’s for this Wednesday so I was just wondering what to expect
Thanks
VJS
It will all be dependent on your Diagnosis/Situ of your Cancer, & following MDT Meeeting on you personally - either prior or after an Op.
My first appointment with my oncologist for bowel cancer was a very positive experience. I went armed with questions and he answered them all in a very kind way. My husband asked if there was anything I’d done to cause the cancer, very tactful, and he said no! I didn’t ask about what stage mine was as I didn’t think it would be helpful. I did ask further along the process. If you can write down any questions you’ve thought of , or have anyone close you can ask for their input, it’s really useful. Wishing you a very positive appointment, and lots of luck going forward.
Hi VJS1985. The oncologist will discuss which chemo they think you would benefit from so you might want to ask
how many sessions and over how long
What are the short term and long term side effects
What the increase in survival benefit would be
Will I need a picc line
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