Before cancer treatment
- Will cancer or its treatment affect my fertility? Will this be temporary or permanent?
- Will any delay while I preserve my fertility affect the success of the cancer treatment?
- How long do I have to make a decision?
- Can you refer me to a fertility specialist? Are there ways to protect my fertility before treatment starts?
- What are the pros and cons of each fertility option?
- What are the chances of success of each fertility option?
- What are the risks and possible side effects of each fertility treatment?
- Which fertility option should I avoid and why?
- Are there any out-of-pocket expenses not covered by Medicare or my private health cover? Can the cost be reduced if I can’t afford it?
- Do I need to pay up-front before treatment begins?
- How can I find a counsellor or psychologist?
After cancer treatment
- What fertility options do I have after treatment?
- I want to try and get pregnant. When can I start trying?
- When should I have tests to check my fertility?
Questions for reflection
- Has cancer changed my life goals, including having a child?
- If I decide not to have a child, what has led me to this decision? Are there benefits to not having a child?
- If I have a child, is it important to me that they are biologically related to me?
- What does my partner think?
- Which fertility option appeals to me and why?
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