What questions should I ask my oncologist
For informational purposes only
This answer was generated by AI grounded in NCCN guidelines and published medical literature. It is not medical advice. Always consult your oncologist or care team before making treatment decisions.
Questions to Ask Your Lung Cancer Oncologist
Since you have lung cancer, here are key questions organized by category:
About Your Diagnosis & Stage
- What type of lung cancer do I have (adenocarcinoma, squamous cell, large cell, or other)?
- What is my cancer stage, and what does that mean for treatment?
- Has my tumor been tested for specific mutations or biomarkers (like EGFR, ALK, KRAS, or PD-L1)?
- Are there any genetic changes in my cancer that affect treatment options?
About Treatment Options
- What treatment approach do you recommend for my specific case?
- Am I a candidate for surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, immunotherapy, or a combination?
- If chemoradiation is recommended, will it be concurrent (at the same time) or sequential (one after the other)?
- What chemotherapy drugs would be used, and why those specific ones?
- Are there clinical trials available for my type and stage of lung cancer?
About Specific Treatments (if applicable)
- If surgery: How much of my lung would be removed, and what are the risks?
- If radiation: How many treatments will I need, and over how long?
- If chemotherapy: What are the specific drugs, schedule, and expected side effects?
- Could I receive durvalumab or osimertinib after chemoradiation to improve outcomes?
About Side Effects & Management
- What side effects should I expect from my treatment?
- How can we prevent or manage these side effects?
- What symptoms should I report immediately?
- Who do I contact if I have problems between appointments?
About Monitoring
- How will we track whether treatment is working?
- What tests will I need (CT scans, PET scans, blood work)?
- How often will I have follow-up appointments?
This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult your healthcare team for personalized medical advice and decisions.
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