Questions to Ask the Doctor

Questions are your primary resource to gain a better understanding of your disease and enhance your quality of care. Well-thought-out questions can help you get the most out of your appointments and can make all the difference. Here are some questions you may want to ask:

• What type of skin cancer do I have?
• What is the stage of my disease? What is my prognosis?
• What are my treatment options?
• What are the benefits of each treatment?
• What are the risks and side effects of each treatment?
• Do you have any advice on managing side effects? What can I do to take care of myself during treatment?