Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients or parents may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL):

1. What are the signs of ALL?
   
   
2. How is ALL different from other forms of leukemia?
   
   
3. What tests are used to diagnose the disease?
   
   
4. When and from whom will I receive the results of the tests?
   
   
5. What type of ALL do I have?
   
   
6. What is my prognosis with this type of ALL?
   
   
7. What are my treatment options for ALL?
   
   
8. What are the risks associated with these treatments?
   
   
9. If a bone marrow transplant is needed, how is a donor located?
   
   
10. If my child needs a transplant, can I donate bone marrow?
    
    
11. How will I know if I am in remission?
    
    
12. What are the chances of ALL returning after remission?
    
    
13. How will my condition be monitored after treatment?
    
    
14. Are my children at higher risk for leukemia if I have ALL?
    
    
15. Does ALL place me at risk for other cancers?
    
    
16. Can you recommend a support group?