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

1. What is the primary site of my cancer?
   
   
2. What is the likely location for my cancer to metastasize?
   
   
3. What can be done to help reduce the chance of metastasis?
   
   
4. Can any test predict the likelihood of metastasis?
   
   
5. What tests will be used to determine if my cancer has metastasized?
   
   
6. Do I have local, regional or distant metastasis?
   
   
7. Which organs or areas of my body has the cancer invaded?
   
   
8. What are my treatment options?
   
   
9. What are the risks of these treatments?
   
   
10. What is the prognosis for my type and stage of cancer?
    
    
11. Am I a candidate for clinical trials?
    
    
12. Can you recommend a support group for me and othe family members?