Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients or their parents may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about childhood cancers:

1. What type of cancer does my child have?
   
   
2. What types of tests will my child need to undergo?
   
   
3. What are my child's treatment options?
   
   
4. What are the risks associated with these treatments?
   
   
5. Who will be involved in the treatment planning?
   
   
6. How long will my child receive treatment? Will the treatment affect my child's growth and development?
   
   
7. What is my child's prognosis for this type of cancer?
   
   
8. What are the chances the cancer will return?
   
   
9. Will my child be at a higher risk for other cancers?
   
   
10. How will my child be monitored?
    
    
11. Is there a genetic link for this type of cancer?
    
    
12. Are my other children at risk for developing cancer?