Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Blood Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment Questions

Here are a few questions for you to consider when you meet with your doctor:

• What testing will be performed to determine if I have leukemia, lymphoma, or another blood disease?
• Will my insurance cover these tests?



• What is the stage or phase of my leukemia or lymphoma?



• What are the standard treatments for my form or leukemia or lymphoma?



• Are there specific treatment options that you would recommend for me?



• Are these treatment options covered by my insurance plan?



• What are the risks and benefits of each of these treatment options?



• Where and how often would I receive my treatment?



• What can you tell me about blood or bone marrow stem cell transplantation? Would I be eligible for this treatment?



• What are the short-term and long-term side effects I should expect from my treatment?



• What are the chances for a remission or a recurrence of my cancer?



• Am I eligible for a clinical trial? If so, how can I get more information?



• What will be done if I am experiencing a lot of pain?



• What could happen if I decide not to seek treatment? Is this an option that should be considered (a wait-and-see approach)?



• Do you have any brochures or pamphlets on my disease and its treatment options?

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Please also visit our glossary for helpful definitions of medical terms relating to the diagnosis and treatment of leukemia and lymphoma.