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

Can I have fertility treatments 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 testes start producing sperm again, fertility treatment using your own sperm might be an option. If using your own sperm isn’t possible, you could talk about other options:

• Use of Donor Sperm: If you can’t produce sperm after cancer 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 becoming a parent if having a biological child isn’t possible.

It’s important to discuss these alternatives with your fertility specialist and cancer care team to ensure you choose the best option based on 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.