What to ask your doctor about tests for mesothelioma
Some questions you might ask your doctor
- What tests am I going to have?
- Are any of the tests unpleasant or painful?
- Will the tests show whether I have mesothelioma?
- What will you be looking for?
- Will I have to stay in hospital for any of the tests?
- Will the tests show whether my cancer can be operated on?
- How long will the results take?
- Do any of the tests have after effects?
- Can I have these tests as an outpatient?
- Should I bring someone with me when I have the tests?
- How long will it take for the results to come back?
- Who will give me the test results?