Oncologist appointment tomorrow - what questions should I ask?

After being diagnosed on 18th January and going through all the various test, I finally get to see the oncologist tomorrow. Would like to hear from anyone who has any suggestions about what questions would be good to ask. 

Also what are your experiences of how long it took for treatment to start after first oncology appointment. As my breast cancer is grade 3 and fast growing, I'm worried about it spreading, before my treatment even gets started. 

Was it suggested you have a PICC line or port?

Parents
  • Hi everyone, hope you're all doing OK at the moment.  Went to see the plastic surgeon today, who told me my biopsy results are clear. It is just fat necrosis from my surgery. Had another small wound opened up on tummy,  but he said its only superficial. He's now booking me in for my reduction of the healthy breast, for about three months time, which I'm really pleased about. Wishing you all a lovely weekend. Xx

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  • Hi everyone, hope you're all doing OK at the moment.  Went to see the plastic surgeon today, who told me my biopsy results are clear. It is just fat necrosis from my surgery. Had another small wound opened up on tummy,  but he said its only superficial. He's now booking me in for my reduction of the healthy breast, for about three months time, which I'm really pleased about. Wishing you all a lovely weekend. Xx

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  • Hi Pippin,

    You must feel so relieved to know that your biopsy results are clear and that you are finally being booked in for the reduction of your other breast. I am sorry to hear that you have another small wound opened up on your tummy - here's hoping that this doesn't take as long as the last one to heal - it certainly shouldn't if this one is only superficial. I hope that you enjoyed your weekend away and that you managed to get out and about despite the rain.

    Jolamine xx

  • Hi Jolamine, we had a wonderful weekend with the family. Lots of Forest walks, which was great fun. We actually didn't get any rain at all, so definitely picked the right weekend. How are things with you and your hubby at the moment? Xx