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

1. What tests will you use to diagnose CNS lymphoma?
   
   
2. How and when will the tests be conducted?
   
   
3. Will you conduct a biopsy?
   
   
4. When and from whom will I receive the test results?
   
   
5. Where is the lymphoma located in my body?
   
   
6. What is the type and stage of my cancer?
   
   
7. What is the prognosis for my cancer?
   
   
8. What are my treatment options?
   
   
9. What are the risks associated with these treatments?
   
   
10. Am I a candidate for any clinical trials?
    
    
11. How will my condition be monitored during treatment?
    
    
12. What are the chances my cancer will return?
    
    
13. Will my children have a greater risk of developing this cancer?
    
    
14. Are there any genetic tests than can predict their risk of the disease?
    
    
15. Can you refer me to a cancer support group?