Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their condition. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about bladder cancer:

1. How will I know my symptoms are due to bladder cancer?
   
   
2. What tests will be used to diagnose my cancer?
   
   
3. What type of bladder cancer do I have?
   
   
4. What is the stage and grade of my cancer?
   
   
5. What are my treatment options?
   
   
6. What are the risks associated with my treatment options?
   
   
7. If I need surgery, what type of surgery will I have?
   
   
8. What are the long-term effects of this type of surgery?
   
   
9. What are the chances that my cancer will return?
   
   
10. How will I be monitored after my treatment?
    
    
11. Are there any steps I can take to prevent a recurrence?
    
    
12. Are my children at higher risk for this cancer?