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Fertility preservation - sperm freezing: patient information

Scottish Government and NHS Scotland general patient information for those patients considering fertility preservation by sperm freezing.


Do I need to use Contraception?

While treatment may affect your fertility, it is impossible to know for certain whether you can still father a child. Some treatments can damage sperm, which could potentially affect a pregnancy if conception occurs during treatment. Therefore, it is vital to prevent pregnancy if you are sexually active during treatment and for up to a year after your treatment ends.

It is equally important to practice safe sex to protect yourself and your partner from sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Using a condom during sexual activity is strongly recommended to ensure both your safety and your partner’s.

Contact

Email: anthea.taylor@gov.scot

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