If you have been recently diagnosed with cancer, you might find yourself wondering what to expect during your first oncology appointment. You probably have many questions about your condition, what your treatment options are and what the future looks likes.
Depending on the type of cancer you are dealing with, your first oncology appointment might be with a doctor who specializes in radiation, medical or surgical treatments for cancer. The oncologist's role is to help you to understand your diagnosis and your treatment options so that you can make an educated decision about your treatment.
During a patient's first visit with an oncologist, the doctor will ask questions about their medical history and any symptoms they are currently experiencing. The oncologist might also order up additional tests or refer the patient to a specialist.
Patients should take all medical reports related to their condition to their appointment. This includes pathology slides, MRIs, x-rays or CT scans. Patients should also bring any medications they are currently taking, including dietary supplements. Even essential nutrients like vitamin D or calcium can have negative interactions with some cancer treatments.
Patients should be prepared to take notes during their appointment and they can bring someone along for moral support as well as to have another set of ears listening and asking questions. The most important thing patients can do during their first oncology appointment is to listen closely to what is being said. Many of the questions they have will be answered as the oncologist educates the patient and that leads to other questions.
Here are some important topics patients should plan to discuss with their oncologist during their first appointment:
After the doctor goes over the patient's condition and their treatment options, they will also predict how likely the patient is to recover. The type of cancer the patient is dealing with and how far it has progressed are two of the main factors used to make this prognosis. How well the patient responds to treatment can also be factored in.
If the patient is not happy with the prognosis, the oncologist might recommend a new type of treatment.
Call or visit our Marlton clinic to learn more about how our oncologist can help you to deal with your cancer diagnosis and provide the treatments you need.
Get more information here: https://lindenbergcancer.com or call Lindenberg Cancer & Hematology Center at (856) 475-0876
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