How many treatments will I have? How effective is the radiation at killing the cancer? Are there any other effective treatments? What are the benefits and risks of treatment? What kind of side effects will I have? How about long-term effects? If I don’t agree to proceed with treatment, will the cancer spread? If I have radiation, can the cancer come back? Are there other treatments that can help, and which ones would I need? Are there other treatment options? Can I participate in a clinical trial? Are there any for my type of cancer? Will radiation affect my ability to have children? Will I still be able to drive, and can I drive myself to and from the treatment facility? Do I need to take special precautions or follow a special diet during or after my treatment? Can I still smoke? Is it safe to consume alcohol? Is it safe to take vitamins or other nutritional supplements during my treatment? Will I be able to continue my normal activities? Work? Sexual activity? Exercise? If not, how long should I wait to resume regular activities? How often do I need to return for check-ups? If I have side effects after my treatment, who can I call?
