What questions should I ask my doctor?

This website is intended for patients and their carers

You may find it useful to ask your doctor questions to help you better understand your diagnosis and treatment plan. Here are some example questions

Questions after getting a diagnosis

Where is the cancer located? What type of cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) do I have?

Is the cancer in other parts of my body?

What is the stage of my cancer?

What is my outlook (prognosis)?

Can my cancer be removed with surgery? If so, what are the potential complications of surgery?

Will I be cured after surgery?

Do you need to perform any further tests to help with the diagnosis or deciding the treatment plan?

Questions about treatment

What treatment option(s) do you recommend and why?

How many treatments will I receive? How long will the treatment last overall?

What are the possible side effects of these treatment options in the short and long term?

How quickly can the treatment begin?

Will I be eligible to receive treatment as part of a clinical trial?

Will this treatment affect my daily life? Will I be able to work and perform my usual activities?

Questions about your overall care plan

What is the likelihood that the cancer will get worse during treatment or come back after treatment?

How often will my cancer be assessed?

What are my options if this treatment fails?

Should I make any changes to my lifestyle, such as my diet and exercise?

Where can I get more information and support?

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Date of preparation: November 2022.

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