Hypercalcemia of Malignancy

Questions for Your Doctor

When you are diagnosed with hypercalcemia, there are so many questions you need answers to, and so much information to take in. Your doctor is your primary source regarding your specific medical case. Here are some questions you may want to ask regarding your diagnosis and your treatment plan:

• How high are my calcium levels?
• Can I be treated at home or do I need to be hospitalized?
• What are my treatment options?
• What are the expected benefits of each kind of treatment?
• What are the risks of each treatment?
• What are the side effects of each treatment?
• How will we know if the treatment is working?
• How much water should I drink each day?
• How often should I walk and for how long?
• What signs and symptoms should I watch for that might mean my calcium level is getting too high again?

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