What patient and family should know from the cancer doctor?

Before the start of anti cancer treatment it is imperative to know the extent of cancer spread and its origin. One should also be aware of the benefits and risks of treatments and possible consequences if no treatment is taken. It should be clearly known that what will happen if no treatment is taken and how the given treatment choices will change the natural history of cancer. It should be clarified that how long the patient is going to live with or without treatment. Patient should know cost effectiveness of various treatment possibilities, planned breaks and follow up schedule.  more