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Questions to Ask Your Health Care Provider about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- What stage is my lung cancer and is there evidence of spread to other areas?
- What is the standard treatment for my specific stage of the disease?
- What treatment options are available?
- What side effects should I expect from the treatment?
- How will symptoms such as pain, nausea, or shortness of breath be managed?
- What is the prognosis for my specific stage of NSCLC?
- Are there any potentially effective complementary medicine therapies that you would recommend?
- What resources are available for education and support?
- Would you recommend that I seriously consider participating in a clinical trial?
- What are the risks and benefits of participating in a clinical trial?
- Are there any clinical trials for which I may be eligible to participate?
