A cancer diagnosis brings many decisions in a short time. A second opinion helps you confirm the diagnosis, understand all your options and feel confident about the plan. It is your right, and good doctors welcome it.
Why take a second opinion?
- Confirm the type, stage and grade of cancer
- Understand every treatment option, including clinical trials
- Get clarity on costs and timelines before you commit
- Peace of mind for the whole family
Documents to collect
- Biopsy / histopathology report (and slides/blocks if requested)
- IHC and molecular/genetic test reports
- Scans: CT, MRI, PET-CT (report + CD/link)
- Blood tests, including tumour markers
- Discharge summaries and current prescriptions
- A short note of symptoms and timeline
Tip: scan everything into one folder on your phone, named by date.
Questions to ask
- What exactly is my diagnosis and stage?
- What are all my options, and what are the goals of each?
- What side effects should I expect, and how are they managed?
- What will it cost, and what financial help is available?
- Is there a clinical trial I could join?
How Love Heals Cancer’s free report review works
- Fill the short form and upload your reports (PDF/JPG).
- Our patient-support team checks the files are complete.
- A volunteer specialist panel reviews them and our team calls you within 48 working hours.
- You receive guidance on next steps, completely free.
Upload your reports for a free review → · Helpline: +91 99307 09000
FAQs
Is it really free? Yes. Love Heals Cancer is a not-for-profit (12AA and 80G registered).
Will my data be private? Reports are used only to review your case and are never shared without consent.
Does a second opinion delay treatment? Usually only by a few days; ask your doctor what is safe.
This article is for information and does not replace advice from your treating doctor.
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