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Cholangiocarcinoma - Bile Duct Cancer - anyone else dealing with this?

Liver Cancer | Last Active: Oct 2 4:33pm | Replies (219)
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@daughterwholoveshermomhelpinghertofightbileductcancer

Well they supposed to start her chemo after 2 classes she got to take they also want to remove her gallbladder before she starts chemo she go to her Dr. Monday and said she was going to ask a lot of questions

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Feb 8 8:09pm

It can be so hard to help from a distance. Perhaps you can help your mom create a list of questions to ask her oncologist on Monday.

Here are some questions from Mayo Clinic that you might consider (scroll to the bottom of the link) https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/gallbladder-cancer/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20353374

What is my stage of gallbladder cancer?
Can you explain the pathology report to me? Can I have a copy of my pathology report?
Will I need more tests?
What are the treatment options for my gallbladder cancer?
What are the benefits and risks of each option?
Is there one treatment option you recommend over the others?
What would you recommend to a loved one in my same situation?
Should I get a second opinion from a specialist? What will that cost, and will my insurance cover it?

Most doctors will allow family members to take part in the appointment by phone if you ask. I suggest your mom call in advance to ask if she can have you on speaker phone during the consult if she would like to have you with her. Might that work?

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