Men and women discussing Hodgkin's lymphomaWhat to ask your doctor about living with Hodgkin's lymphoma

Some questions you might ask your doctor

  • How long will it take me to get over my treatment?
  • What precautions will I have to take while I am recovering?
  • What about diet?
  • What practical help is available?
  • When can I go back to school / college / work?
  • Can I take up my usual hobbies and sports again?
  • Can I go abroad on holiday?
  • Which vaccinations should I have?
  • Can I drink alcohol?
  • When will I be able to use public transport or go to crowded places?
  • Will the treatment make me infertile?
  • Is there other chemotherapy I can have which will not cause infertility?
  • Can I have sperm banking before I start treatment? Who can arrange this for me?
  • How much does sperm banking cost?
  • I have heard about ovarian tissue freezing - is this available? How can I find out about it?
  • Will I have an early menopause after my treatment?
  • What symptoms will that cause?
  • Do you recommend HRT? When should I start it?
  • My partner and I would like to see a counsellor. Can you put us in touch with someone? How much will this cost?