First Oncology appointment - what to expect/ask?
Hi everyone, My Oncologist phoned with an appointment scheduled tomorrow morning. I would love advice on what to ask and/or expect. Thanks xx
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I can feel your frustration .....
I saw my oncologist for the first time last week (I had surgery in Jan & radiation in March) & whilst I was 'expecting' to be taking Tamoxifen - I've ended up taking Letrozole!! I totally forgot to ask WHY Letrozole would benefit me more than Tamoxifen! DUH! I only thought of that one AFTER I'd left the building! DUH! I've printed off some 'L vs T' sheets & am currently reading thru them.
I DID record the meeting tho, on my phone - so will go over it again ...
I was on my own at this meeting - which is why it is invaluable to have at least one other trusted person there with you, as an extra set of ears, to pick up on questions/stuff that you may not have raised yourself!
Good luck with your ongoing meetings with the boffins - I hope they sort out their 'differences' & get your treatment started - I would HATE that to happen to me! :( ....... I am sure they'll be working on the best course of action for you tho.
Thinking of you at this frustrating time - hope it is sorted soon ..... Big Hugs coming your way! xx
I can feel your frustration .....
I saw my oncologist for the first time last week (I had surgery in Jan & radiation in March) & whilst I was 'expecting' to be taking Tamoxifen - I've ended up taking Letrozole!! I totally forgot to ask WHY Letrozole would benefit me more than Tamoxifen! DUH! I only thought of that one AFTER I'd left the building! DUH! I've printed off some 'L vs T' sheets & am currently reading thru them.
I DID record the meeting tho, on my phone - so will go over it again ...
I was on my own at this meeting - which is why it is invaluable to have at least one other trusted person there with you, as an extra set of ears, to pick up on questions/stuff that you may not have raised yourself!
Good luck with your ongoing meetings with the boffins - I hope they sort out their 'differences' & get your treatment started - I would HATE that to happen to me! :( ....... I am sure they'll be working on the best course of action for you tho.
Thinking of you at this frustrating time - hope it is sorted soon ..... Big Hugs coming your way! xx