About Breast Cancer: Many Oncologists Don't Discuss Cost of Treatment

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Breast Cancer Breast Cancer Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Daily Life From Pam Stephan, your Guide to Breast Cancer Oncologists are very well paid, and highly educated. Their work with cancer patients is life saving. So I was surprised to learn that most oncologists never mention cost of treatment when consulting with their patients. Many Oncologists Don't Inform You of Treatment Costs Over the last 10 years, the overall average cost of cancer treatment more than doubled. That has caused financial hardship for patients and their families. Should oncologists be talking to us about money as well as health? Or is that even more personal than saving our lives? Tell me what you think! Costs of Neupogen and Neulasta Neupogen and Neulasta are shots given after chemo to boost your immune system. These drugs boost the production of your neutrophils, a special type of white blood cell that fights infections. So how does your doctor decide which shot you get? Compare Tamoxifen and Arimidex Costs Tamoxifen has been around a long time, and is a well-established drug that lowers your estrogen levels after treatment for breast cancer. It costs a good deal less than Arimidex, Femara, or Aromasin. If you are post-menopausal, you could take any of these drugs. But which cost more and what are your risks? Save Your Receipts For Tax Time Since we're talking about money, we should talk about taxes too. Did you know that if you save all those receipts you may be eligible to take a tax deduction on your medical expenses? Okay, not everything is deductible, but it's worth your time to learn the rules, and how to do this. For More Good Information, Scroll Down to "Featured Articles." \/ Breast Cancer Ads Breast Cancer Sign Treatment New Cancer Treatment Chemo Cancer Bed Bugs Treatment Featured Articles Is It Breast Cancer? - Diagnosis, Tests, Results Treatment Options for Breast Cancer Support and Resources - During and After Treatment Life During Treatment - Self Care, Side Effects, Reconstruction Life After Treatment, Recovery, Hair and Skin Care, Changes Decode Medical Terms - Breast Cancer Glossary   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Pam Stephan Breast Cancer Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Breast Cancer newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Reader to Reader Telling Your Kids About Your Diagnosis Dear Tumor, Get Lost! Thank Your Greatest Supporter Advertisement