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Questions to Ask Your Doctor
The choice of whether to enter a cancer clinical trial is up to you, and your
medical team can help you weigh the options. Remember no question about your
care is unimportant. These questions can help guide your discussion.
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Who can
participate in this cancer clinical trial?
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What are the eligibility
requirements?
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How do the potential benefits
compare to other cancer treatment options?
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What are the trial’s tests and
treatments?
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How long will the trial last?
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How will the trial and its
possible side effects affect my daily life?
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Are there treatments to help
alleviate side effects?
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Will my insurance company cover
my costs?
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Who will monitor my care and
safety?
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Who will review the information
collected during the cancer clinical trial?
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Will I be hospitalized? If so,
how often and for how long?
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Will I be able to see my own
doctor? Who will be in charge of my care?
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How often will I need to visit a
physician’s office?
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What support will be available
for me and my caregivers during the trial? Can I talk to other people in the
trial?
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What is the long-term follow-up
care?
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