Next Steps
What should I do now?
Understanding your fertility status and your family-building options will help you plan ahead.
Here are some steps you can take to get started:
Ask your oncologist
Some types of cancer treatment are associated with infertility risks. Here are some questions you may want to ask your oncologist.
Questions to ask your oncologist >
Ask your gynecolologist
A gynecologist is a doctor that specializes in female reproductive health. This type of doctor can test your fertility and reproductive health, which will help you understand your family-building options.
Questions to ask your gynecologist >
Ask a fertility specialist
A reproductive endocrinologist is a fertility specialist who can evaluate your fertility and give you an idea about your family-building options using assisted reproductive technology.
Questions to ask a specialist >
Financial planning
An important factor in making decisions about family-building after cancer is the cost. Learn about the cost of each family-building option and tips for financial planning.
Talk to your partner
If you are going through this experience with a partner, it can be challenging to know how to communicate with each other and work as a team.
We want you to have the information you need to make the best decision for you.
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