Fertility preservation - sperm freezing: patient information

Can I have fertility treatments after recovering from treatment?

Depending on how your fertility is affected, you might still be able to have fertility treatment after you recover. If your testes start producing sperm again, fertility treatment using your own sperm could be an option. If using your own sperm isn’t possible and you did not freeze sperm before treatment, you could talk about other options:

• Using Donor Sperm: If you can’t produce sperm after treatment, using donor sperm for fertility treatments might be an option when you’re ready to start a family.
• Adoption: Adoption is another way to have children. You can explore it at any time, and it offers a path to parenthood if having a biological child isn’t possible.

It’s important to talk about these alternatives with your fertility specialist and healthcare team so you can choose the best option for your medical situation, treatment plan, and family goals. Each option has different things to consider, and your healthcare team can give you personalised guidance.