Explore What Other Patients are Saying
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- Click any of the topics below for more information and videos from real cancer patients.
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- Each one will take about five minutes so go to those that seem most interesting to you first.
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Hear from a physician
Dr. Martin J. Edelman, MD talks about side effects, common fears, and how to make your decision
Why would I consider being a part of a clinical trial?
- Remember that yesterday's clinical trials are today's treatments. And without brave people participating in clinical trials, we wouldn't have all the treatments we have today.
- The bottom line is to weigh all your options, talk with your doctor and family, and then make the best decision for you.
Based on what I’ve heard about clinical trials, I’m not sure I would want to be in one.
- Many people are confused by clinical trials and don't have all the facts. It's important to learn more because clinical trials are another option in your fight to treat cancer.
- There are many different kinds of clinical trials. Some test new treatments or use current medicines in different combinations.
- Some try and lower a person's risk of getting cancer or diagnose it faster or more accurately.
- Some study ways to lower side effects and make everyday life better for people who have cancer.
I’m worried that being in a clinical trial is not the best option for treating my cancer.
- Many people are confused by clinical trials and don't have all the facts. It's important to learn more because clinical trials are another option in your fight to treat cancer.
- There are many different kinds of clinical trials. Some test new treatments or use current medicines in different combinations.
- Some try and lower a person's risk of getting cancer or diagnose it faster or more accurately.
- Some study ways to lower side effects and make everyday life better for people who have cancer.
What are the pros and cons of being in a clinical trial?
- You might feel there is a benefit to using home remedies and alternative medicines when you feel sick. As long as you talk to your doctor, many of these are fine to continue while receiving cancer treatment.
- In addition to taking vitamins or other things you normally do to stay healthy, remember that the best way to take care of your health is to consider all treatment options, including clinical trials.
Who can I talk to to help me make a decision?
- Your family and friends are a good place to start. And your doctor and other healthcare providers want what is best for you, whether that means being part of a clinical trial or not.
- The most important thing is you are confident that you know all the facts about clinical trials so you can make the best decision for you.
