Read article What to ask your doctor about chemotherapy for stomach cancer
Some questions you might ask your doctor
- Why do you think I need to have chemotherapy?
- What will the chemotherapy do for me?
- How will I have the chemotherapy?
- Should I have a central line put in?
- Will I need a general anaesthetic?
- What will the side effects be?
- How long will the treatment last?
- How and when will you know if it's working?
- How often will I have to come to the hospital?
- Will I have to stay in hospital overnight?
- Is it possible to get help with fares or transport to and from the hospital?
- Is there anything I will have to do at home (for example change the chemotherapy bags in a pump)?
- What if I can't manage?
- What can I eat and drink when on chemo?
- Can I go on holiday?
- Are there any long term effects of this treatment?
- Is there a clinical trial that is suitable for me?
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