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Will researchers follow me even after my treatment ends?

Sometimes. Many trials keep checking on people after treatment has finished, which is called follow-up.

That can mean questions about your health, scans, blood tests, or a phone call. Ask your team how long your follow-up lasts and what it involves.

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