Newly diagnosed
posted by ScoilteMc
29 June 2023

What to ask consultant

Last reply: 02 July 2023 18:33

Hi,
My sister has just been diagnosed with BC, we've an appointment with the consultant to get the biopsy results and treatment plan next Monday (3rd July) - are there any suggestions as to questions we need to ask, TIA, Scoilte Mc

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commented by Jenni53
02 July 2023

02 July 2023 18:33

Hi ScoilteMc

Sorry to hear that your sister has been diagnosed with breast cancer. Questions to ask are as follows: What type of breast cancer do I have?, What type of treatment do I need? Are there other treatment options?, What side effects will I get?, How long will my treatment take? Is there anything I should be eating? When will I have surgery and what type of surgery will I have? Can I do anything to help myself during treatment?.

Wishing your sister the best of luck as she goes through treatment and yourself as you support her.

Best wishes
Jenni53

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