Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians about their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctors the following questions related to cancer:

1. What cancers am I most at risk of developing?
   
   
2. What are the most common signs of these cancers?
   
   
3. What tests will be used to diagnose my suspected cancer?
   
   
4. Will I need a biopsy to tell the type and stage of the cancer?
   
   
5. What types of specialists will I need for my cancer?
   
   
6. What are the treatment options for this type of cancer?
   
   
7. What lifestyle changes can I make to reduce my risk of cancer?
   
   
8. What type of monitoring will I need after cancer treatment?
   
   
9. Does this cancer put me at risk for other types of cancer?
   
   
10. Are my children at greater risk for cancer based on my diagnosis?
    
    
11. Should we undergo genetic testing?
    
    
12. How will my prognosis be determined?
    
    
13. Can you recommend a cancer support group?
    
    
14. What resources are available for me to learn about this cancer?