What Should I Ask My Doctor?

Recently diagnosed with prostate cancer? Make sure you understand your diagnosis and all of your options. Below is a list of just some of the questions you should be sure to ask your doctor during your next visit.

• What type of prostate cancer do I have?
• What is my Gleason Score?
• Can you explain my prostate biopsy report results?
• Has my prostate cancer spread beyond my prostate?
• How aggressive is my specific prostate cancer?
• What are my chances of survival?
• Do I need immediate treatment?
• What are all of my treatment options?
• What are the pros and cons to each type of treatment?
• Are there any side effects or irreversible consequences to my treatment? 
• How will my treatment affect my daily activities?
• What is the recovery process for my suggested treatment?
• Are there additional tests we can perform to help understand more about my specific prostate cancer and make the right choice about my path of treatment?
• Is active surveillance a viable choice for me? If so, how will my health be monitored?
• Is my cancer likely to return once my path of treatment is determined?
• What kind of follow-up should I expect after treatment?
• Whom should I contact if I have questions or problems?