Before starting treatment, you might want a second opinion about your
diagnosis and your treatment plan. Many insurance companies cover a
second opinion if you or your doctor requests it.
It may take some
time and effort to gather your medical records and see another doctor.
In most cases, a brief delay in starting treatment will not make
treatment less effective. To make sure, you should discuss this delay
with your doctor. Sometimes people with non-Hodgkin lymphoma need
treatment right away.
There are many ways to find a doctor for a
second opinion. You can ask your doctor, a local or state medical
society, a nearby hospital, or a medical school for names of
specialists.
Nonprofit groups with an interest in lymphoma may be of help. You may want to see NCI's list of organizations that offer support services.
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