If you suspect that you may have mesothelioma , here is a list of questions that you should ask you doctor to help you better understand your treatment options.
What can you tell me about mesothelioma?
What stage is it?
What sort of treatment do you recommend?
What is the aim of the treatment?
Is there a choice of treatment?
How long will treatment last?
Will I have to have any surgery / radiotherapy / chemotherapy?
What side effects will there be?
Is there anything I can do to help reduce the side effects?
When will you know how well the treatment has worked?
What will you be able to tell me?
How often will you see me after treatment has finished?
What should I do if I am worried between appointments?
Will I be able to have more treatment if the disease comes back?
Are there any experimental treatments that might help?
Are there any clinical trials that you would recommend for me?