How is a second opinion helpful in oral cancer?
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American Dental Association answered:As a patient, you always have the right to a second opinion. When it comes to oral cancer, it is important to note that it can only be diagnosed only with a biopsy, when a sample of tissue in the area is removed and examined under a microscope. Your dentist can identify suspicious-looking areas or growths that may need further evaluation.As a patient, you always have the right to a second opinion. When it comes to oral cancer, it is important to note that it can only be diagnosed only with a biopsy, when a sample of tissue in the area is removed and examined under a microscope. Your... More -
Dr. De Vizio of Colgate answered:A second opinion may be very helpful if you have oral cancer. Another specialist can review your diagnosis, the stage of cancer you have, and the treatment plan. Most doctors welcome a second opinion, and many health insurers will pay for a second opinion, whether you or your doctor request it. Some companies, in fact, even require it.
The doctor you consult for the second opinion may agree with the first doctor’s treatment plan, or may suggest an alternative approach. Whatever happens, you’ll have more information and feel more confident about the plan of treatment for your oral cancer.
A second opinion may be very helpful if you have oral cancer. Another specialist can review your diagnosis, the stage of cancer you have, and the treatment plan. Most doctors welcome a second opinion, and many health insurers will pay for a... More -
Piedmont Heart Institute answered:Before starting treatment, you might want a second opinion about your diagnosis, the stage of cancer, and the treatment plan. You may even want to talk to several different doctors about all of the treatment options, their side effects, and the expected results. For example, you may wish to discuss your treatment plan with a surgeon, radiation oncologist, and medical oncologist.
Some people worry that the doctor will be offended if they ask for a second opinion. Usually the opposite is true. Most doctors welcome a second opinion. And many health insurance companies will pay for a second opinion if you or your doctor requests it. Some companies require a second opinion.
If you get a second opinion, the second doctor may agree with your first doctor's diagnosis and treatment plan. Or the second doctor may suggest another approach. Either way, you'll have more information and perhaps a greater sense of control. You can feel more confident about the decisions you make, knowing that you've looked at your options.
This answer is based upon source information from the National Cancer Institute.
Before starting treatment, you might want a second opinion about your diagnosis, the stage of cancer, and the treatment plan. You may even want to talk to several different doctors about all of the treatment options, their side effects, and the... More
