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What to ask your doctor about radiotherapy for oesophageal cancer

Men and women discussing non oesophageal cancer

Some questions you may want to ask your doctor

Why are you recommending radiotherapy for me?
What is the aim of the treatment?
Do I need external radiotherapy or internal or both?
Is there any choice of treatment?
How long will the treatment take?
Is there any help I can get with paying my fares?
How long will it take to get over the treatment?
What are the short and long term side effects of the treatment?
Should I eat a special diet during the treatment?
Is there anything I can do to help with side effects?
Is there a number I can call if I'm worried between appointments?

Updated: 2 August 2012

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