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This section provides information on the following topics:
Menopause and Cancer Risk and Treatment
Learn about the complex relationship between menopause and cancer, including cancer risk, cancer treatment, cancer and hormone replacement therapy, and men and menopausal symptoms.
Fertility and Cancer Treatment
Learn how cancer treatment can affect fertility, and get advice about talking with your health care team about the potential fertility-related side effects of your treatment plan.
Ways to Preserve Fertility Before Cancer Treatment
Find out about the different options men and women have to preserve their fertility before starting cancer treatment, as well as potential physical, economic, and ethical factors to consider.
Having a Baby After Cancer: Pregnancy
Learn about becoming pregnant after finishing cancer treatment, including recommended timelines for trying to become pregnant, potential effects of cancer treatment on labor and delivery, and coping with other physical and emotional concerns.
Having a Baby After Cancer: Fertility Assistance and Other Options
Find out about other options for having children that are available to infertile couples, including assisted reproduction techniques, surrogacy, gestational carriers, and adoption.
Cancer During Pregnancy
Learn how cancer is diagnosed and treated during pregnancy to try to ensure the health of both the mother and the baby.
Sexual Problems
Learn more about common problems and concerns that people have about their sex life following cancer treatment, including ways to cope.
Where to Find Support
Learn about where to find sources of support for individuals and couples facing sexuality changes during and after cancer treatment.