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What to ask your doctor about nasopharyngeal cancer chemotherapy

Men and women discussing nasopharyngeal cancer

This page contains questions you can ask your doctor about chemotherapy for nasopharyngeal cancer.

Why do I need to have chemotherapy?
What will the chemotherapy do for me?
How will I have the chemotherapy?
How long will the treatment last?
What will the side effects be?
Are there any long term side effects of this treatment?
How often will I have to come to the hospital?
Is it possible to get help with fares or transport to and from the hospital?
Is there a clinical trial that is suitable for me?

Updated: 23 January 2013

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