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What are my rights concerning my parents treatment for kidney cancer?


Posted by Charlenel1@live .com

I am the adult child of a parent who being treated for possible kidney cancer.  His wife is afraid to ask the doctor questions or insist on speedy testing.  She relays no information to me and when I ask questions only tells me that is the way it works.  Can I contact the doctor?  Can I seek a second opinion for him or at least find a doctor willing to take the biopsies in a more speedy manner?
 
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The answer is it depends on whether or not you and your parent signed any legal agreements regarding care. 

I dont know where you live so it may also depend on where you reside.

I suggest you consult with an elder care attorney about this.

Lynn

 

 

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