Hi all -

This site has been so helpful � I�ve picked up so many tips from searching the forums. And I've appreciated all the messages of support not just for my dad but for me as the caregiver as well.

My dad was recently diagnosed with malignant SSC on his tongue that spread to his lymph nodes on the left side. He had surgery last week and the surgeon was pleased that all was removed tho we won't have pathology results back until Tues. However, the surgeon did indicate post-surgery that both radiation and chemo are likely.

I�m not able to attend the dr appt with him � but my brother is. I wanted to send him with some key questions to make sure we get the answers to (yes, I�m a bit of a control freak!). Below is what I�ve compiled � but thought I would pose the question here to see if there is anything I should make sure to ask.

Thanks in advance!
Alicia

Questions to get answered by surgeon in post biopsy/treatment planning appointment

� What is the stage of cancer including the TNM info/details? What does this mean?
� What are the treatment options? And what do you recommend?
� What are the possible side effects of each treatment option, both in the short term and the long term?
� What can be done to relieve possible side effects?
� How will I feel during treatments? Can I continue my normal activities?
� When will treatments begin? When will they end? What is the timing between?
� Diet/nutrition advise/suggestions to prep for treatments?
� Who will be my main doctor - coordinating overall treatment and follow-up care? Who are the other docs/medical professionals on my health care team/what are their roles?