Questions to ask your Doctors

Questions about your diagnosis, treatment and prognosis:

• What stage is my cSCC?
• What treatments are recommended for my stage of cSCC?
• Does my age, health or other medical conditions affect my treatment options?
• How long will surgery take and what is involved?
• Will the surgery be painful?
• Will I have any scars or disfigurement and if so, how can it be corrected, if at all?
• Will I need follow up appointments?
• How will I care for the wounds?
• What are the risks and benefits of each treatment?
• Where will I be treated? Do I need to stay in hospital or can I go home after each treatment?
• What should I do to prepare for treatment?
• When can I start treatment?
• What is my chance of being free of cSCC after treatment?
• What side effects should I watch for during treatment?
• When can I resume my normal activities?
• What is the chance my cancer will return or spread?
• What do I do after treatment is finished?
• Can I get a copy of my pathology report and other test results?
• Are there any drug treatments I should consider to keep the cSCC?