Questions for oncologist

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Well, i got my results from the axillary disection and it was good news. only one of the lymph node removed had a few micro specs and pretty insignificant i was told. This is good news for me and my family.

I was introduced to the Oncologist and apparently i may still be advised to do chemo as well as radiation and hormonal theropy as part of my treatment. This is because the sential node was postive of cancer.&nbsp;My next appointment is to do a CT scan and some other test and this will help work out a treatment plan for me.The oncologist told me and my huband to come to the appointment armed with lots of questions, "no question is a stupid question" he said. &nbsp;I&nbsp;know i have a lot of research to do&nbsp;on treatments but if anyone has any suggestion on what i should ask, please suggest. There may be things that you ladies have been through that i may never even think about.

I am still trying to take one step at a time and this is now my next step.&nbsp;I will appriciate any advise.

Nads07 xx

tonyam · Answer

I guess the first thing you would ask for is a detailed report and explanation of your pathology.If chemo is a possibility then you want to know by &nbsp;what percentage&nbsp; will it&nbsp;help you. Which chemo would be chosen for you and why and&nbsp; how long will it go for. Obviously if you end up having chemo there'll be lots more questions to ask.I f you have "my journey"kit from BCNA there are ideas about questions to ask in that. If you don't have it then order it from this website as it is a great help.Good luck with your scans and next appointment.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Tonya xx

tonyam · Answer

I guess the first thing you would ask for is a detailed report and explanation of your pathology.If chemo is a possibility then you want to know by &nbsp;what percentage&nbsp; will it&nbsp;help you. Which chemo would be chosen for you and why and&nbsp; how long will it go for. Obviously if you end up having chemo there'll be lots more questions to ask.I f you have "my journey"kit from BCNA there are ideas about questions to ask in that. If you don't have it then order it from this website as it is a great help.Good luck with your scans and next appointment.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Tonya xx

nads07 · Answer

Thanks Tonya for taking the time to answer my query. I will be taking your advice as well as look at the "my journey" book. 
Nads xx

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