Questions To Ask Your Doctor About Suspicion of Colorectal Cancer

• What makes you suspect that I have colorectal cancer?
• What other medical conditions might be causing my symptoms?
• What are the common risk factors for colorectal cancer?
• Am I at increased risk for the disease? Why or why not?
• What types of examinations and diagnostic tests are performed to diagnose cancer of the colon or rectum?
• What do these tests involve?
• How should I prepare for these colorectal cancer tests? Instructions: _____________________________________________________________
• Will I be able to drive myself home after my test(s) or will I require someone to drive me?
• Will I require any special assistance at home after undergoing these diagnostic procedures?
• Should I call for my test results or will someone contact me?
  Date to Call: _______________________________________
  Telephone Number to Call: ____________________________
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