10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor
About Your Colon Cancer Diagnosis
The stress of a colon cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, so it's very important to have a support system of family and friends to help you with the questions and decisions you face. In this Health Alert, Johns Hopkins provides practical advice to help you cope.
Q. My doctor just told me that I have colon cancer and will need to undergo colon cancer surgery. Should I get a second opinion?
A. It is common for people to request a second opinion, especially before surgery or other involved treatment. Indeed, many insurance companies require a second opinion.
Ask your insurance company what your policy covers and if it requires you to see a doctor within that plan. Also tell your doctor you would like to have a second opinion. Most doctors are accustomed to this and will be supportive.
Ask for a referral and for copies of your medical records, including all test results, x-rays, and other imaging tests to take with you to the next doctor. You may have to sign a release and pay a copying fee, but there should be no problem in getting your records. If a second opinion (or the doctor you wish to consult) is not covered by insurance, it may be worthwhile to pay for this examination out of pocket.
When you meet with your doctor, be prepared in advance with questions you want to ask. For example:
Where is the colon cancer located?
Is the cancer in more than one place?
Are the lymph glands involved?
Has the cancer spread outside the colon? Are other organs involved?
What stage is the cancer, and exactly what does that mean?
Is this type of cancer life threatening?
Are there other tests I should have?
How soon do I need to begin cancer treatment?
What are the side effects of cancer treatment?
Is colon cancer genetic? Could my children be at risk?
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