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Common Cancer Questions

When you are first diagnosed with cancer, you will have questions that we can help you answer.

Your cancer care team is your best source of information. They can answer questions about your diagnosis, treatment and ongoing care.

You can prepare for your appointment by:

  • Writing down your questions before your appointment.
  • Bringing a family member of friend.
  • Taking notes to help you recall what your doctor says.

Skip to the general questions you are trying to answer:

Cancer diagnosis Cancer treatment Life after cancer End-of-life care for cancer



Cancer diagnosis


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Cancer treatment


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Life after cancer


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End-of-life care for cancer


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