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 cancer risk factors:

1. Which cancers present the greatest risk for me based on my family history?
   
   
2. What changes in lifestyle can I make to reduce my risk of cancer?
   
   
3. Am I using any medications that will increase my risk of cancer?
   
   
4. Is there a way to eliminate these medications to lower my risk?
   
   
5. How does my reproductive history affect my chances of developing cancer?
   
   
6. Are there any tests that might indicate my risk for cancer?
   
   
7. Can any complementary or alternative medicines help reduce my risk?
   
   
8. Do you recommend any genetic testing for me or members of my family?
   
   
9. Will exposure to chemicals in my past affect my cancer risk?
   
   
10. Will I pass on my increased risks to my children?