Teenage and young adult cancers fertility preservation - egg freezing: patient information

Can I have fertility treatment after recovery from cancer treatment?

Depending on how your fertility is affected, you may still be able to have fertility treatment after your cancer recovery. If your ovaries start producing eggs again, fertility treatment using your own eggs could be an option. If using your own eggs isn’t possible, you could talk about other options:

• Use of Donor Eggs: If you can’t produce eggs after cancer treatment, using donor eggs 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 becoming a parent if having a biological child isn’t possible.

It’s important to talk about these alternatives with your fertility specialist and cancer care 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 cancer care team can give you personalised guidance.