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Great idea to prepare questions in advance — it helps you make the most of your time and feel more in control. Here are some must-ask questions for each team:
🔪 Surgery Team
- What type of surgery are you recommending, and why
- What are my options (e.g., lumpectomy vs. mastectomy)
- What are the risks and benefits of each Show Full Answer
Great idea to prepare questions in advance — it helps you make the most of your time and feel more in control. Here are some must-ask questions for each team:
🔪 Surgery Team
- What type of surgery are you recommending, and why?
- What are my options (e.g., lumpectomy vs. mastectomy)?
- What are the risks and benefits of each surgical option?
- Will I need reconstruction, and if so, what are my options?
- How long is the recovery, and what should I expect?
- Will surgery affect my ability to have other treatments like radiation or chemo?
- What happens if I choose not to have surgery? 🩺 Oncology Team
- What type and stage of breast cancer do I have?
- Has it spread to other parts of my body?
- What treatment options are available to me?
- What are the side effects of each treatment?
- Should I consider a clinical trial?
- How will treatment affect my daily life?
- What is my prognosis?
- Are there support services available to me?
A MyBCTeam member suggested writing questions in a prioritized order and leaving space to jot down answers. If time runs short, you'll have covered the most important ones first. Also, ask if you can record the appointment — most doctors are fine with it!
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