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Consultant tomorrow. What should I ask?

Emily05
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Hi,

I'm meeting with my mums consultant to discuss everything tomorrow.  Everything has happened very quickly.  From attending for routine bloods at GP, 2 weeks later they've found a malignant 14cm pelvic mass!

I've got the basic questions of primary, secondary, stage and grade, prognosis, treatment options.  But is there anything else I should ask?  My mums confusion is too great and my dad is too upset.  So I'm helping every way I can.

 

Thanks

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    Hi Emily,

    Susie's response covered everything I could think of. 

    Just one thing, don't forget to write down all the answers you receive. The doctor won't mind as they know that stressed patients and their families only remember about 40% of the information they receive verbally. 

    Good luck!
    Dave

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    Hi Emily,

    Susie's response covered everything I could think of. 

    Just one thing, don't forget to write down all the answers you receive. The doctor won't mind as they know that stressed patients and their families only remember about 40% of the information they receive verbally. 

    Good luck!
    Dave

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