Questions to Ask about Radiation Therapy

Questions

- How many treatments will I have?
- How effective is the radiation at killing the cancer? Are there any other effective treatments?
- What are the benefits and risks of treatment?
- What kind of side effects will I have? How about long-term effects?
- If I don’t agree to proceed with treatment, will the cancer spread?
- If I have radiation, can the cancer come back?
- Are there other treatments that can help, and which ones would I need?
- Are there other treatment options?
- Can I participate in a clinical trial? Are there any for my type of cancer?
- Will radiation affect my ability to have children?

- Will I still be able to drive, and can I drive myself to and from the treatment facility?
- Do I need to take special precautions or follow a special diet during or after my treatment?
- Can I still smoke?
- Is it safe to consume alcohol?
- Is it safe to take vitamins or other nutritional supplements during my treatment?
- Will I be able to continue my normal activities? Work? Sexual activity? Exercise?
- If not, how long should I wait to resume regular activities?
- How often do I need to return for check-ups?
- If I have side effects after my treatment, who can I call?

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