The following are some questions you may want to ask your oncologist.

Diagnosis

• What is my lymphoma called?
• Is it B or T lymphoma?
• Does it grow fast or slow?
• What stage is the lymphoma in?
• What do you think will happen with my lymphoma in the future?

Tests

• What do my tests show?
• How do my results compare to normal?
• When will I need to take these tests again?
• Will you send copies of your notes and my test results to my family doctor?

Treatment

• What is the goal of therapy for me? 
• What kind of treatment do you think I will need?
• When do you think I will need treatment?
• What side effects should I expect from treatment?
• What can I do to help with side effects? 
• Do I need to change my daily routine?
• What types of things should I call you about?
• What types of things should I call my family doctor about?
• How many lymphoma patients do you have?
• Is there a clinical trial that might help me?
• Will my treatment be paid for by my health plan (or Medicare)?