What about my fertility?

What about my fertility?

SACT may make you sterile, either temporarily or, in some cases, permanently. Please discuss this with your oncologist before your treatment begins. • Men

It is possible for men to store their sperm before the

SACT begins. • Women

It may be possible for women who were hoping to have a child in the future to be referred to a fertility clinic.

Women whose menstrual periods are regular before SACT begins may find that they are not so regular, or may even stop during treatment. Your periods may or may not restart after SACT has finished.

Even if your periods stop it is still possible to become pregnant, so you must continue using barrier contraception. Everyone’s situation is different so, if you have any concerns relating to fertility issues, please discuss them with your oncology team. Macmillan Cancer Support produces booklets about cancer treatment and fertility. These are available from the LJMC.