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Preserving hope: IVF and Fertility preservation for cancer patients
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BFI centres across 8 cities
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National Fertility Award winner
Gold standard of assisted reproduction
Avg. success rate
55-65% (under 35)
Cycle duration
2-3 weeks
Lab standard
Class 1000 clean-room
Best suited for: Couples with blocked fallopian tubes, severe male factor infertility, advanced maternal age, failed IUI cycles, or unexplained infertility lasting more than 2 years.
A cancer diagnosis can be devastating, but with advancements in medical technology, many people are surviving and thriving after treatment. However, cancer treatment can have a significant impact on fertility, making it challenging for individuals to conceive in the future. At Bavishi Fertility Institute, we understand the importance of preserving fertility before cancer treatment, and we’re here to help.
How cancer treatment affects fertility?
Cancer treatment, such as chemotherapy and radiation, can damage the reproductive organs and affect fertility. In women, chemotherapy can damage the ovaries, leading to:
- Premature menopause: Chemotherapy can cause the ovaries to stop producing eggs, leading to premature menopause.
How Cancer Treatment Affects Fertility
- Reduced egg quality: Chemotherapy can damage the eggs, making them less viable for fertilization.
- Ovarian failure: In severe cases, chemotherapy can cause the ovaries to fail, making it impossible to produce eggs.
In men, chemotherapy can damage the sperm-producing cells in the testicles, leading to:
- Reduced sperm count: Chemotherapy can reduce the number of sperm produced, making it harder to conceive.
- Abnormal sperm: Chemotherapy can damage the sperm, making them less motile or abnormal in shape.
- Azoospermia: In severe cases, chemotherapy can cause the testicles to stop producing sperm altogether.
Preserving fertility before cancer treatment
If you’re diagnosed with cancer, it’s essential to preserve your fertility before starting treatment. At Bavishi Fertility Institute, we offer several options for fertility preservation:
- Egg freezing (oocyte cryopreservation): We can extract and freeze your eggs for future use.
- Sperm freezing (sperm cryopreservation): We can extract and freeze your sperm for future use.
- Embryo freezing (embryo cryopreservation): If you’re in a relationship, we can extract and freeze embryos for future use.
For singles: Preserving fertility for the future
If you’re single and diagnosed with cancer, you can still preserve your fertility. Our egg and sperm freezing options are available to singles, allowing you to preserve your fertility for future use. When you’re ready to start a family, you can use our facilities to thaw your frozen eggs or sperm and undergo IVF treatment.
How can the Bavishi Fertility Institute help?
At Bavishi Fertility Institute, we’re dedicated to helping cancer patients preserve their fertility. Our team of experts will work with you to:
- Develop a personalized fertility preservation plan: We’ll create a plan tailored to your specific needs and cancer treatment.
- Extract and freeze eggs or sperm: Our experienced team will extract and freeze your eggs or sperm for future use.
- Provide emotional support: We’ll be with you every step of the way, providing emotional support and guidance.
Don’t let cancer treatment compromise your fertility. Contact us today to learn more about preserving your fertility before treatment.
Conclusion
A cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but losing the chance to build a family in the future doesn’t have to be part of that journey. With timely fertility preservation, you can protect your reproductive potential before starting chemotherapy or radiation. Taking action early provides reassurance, control, and hope for life after cancer treatment.
At Bavishi Fertility Institute, we are committed to helping you safeguard your dreams of parenthood with compassionate care, advanced technology, and personalized fertility preservation plans. If you or a loved one has recently been diagnosed with cancer, don’t delay this important conversation.
Book a consultation with Bavishi Fertility Institute today and take the first step toward preserving your future fertility with confidence and hope.
| Cancer Treatment Effect | Impact on Women | Impact on Men |
|---|---|---|
| Chemotherapy | Damages ovaries — premature menopause, reduced egg quality, ovarian failure | Damages sperm-producing cells — low count, abnormal sperm, azoospermia |
| Pelvic radiation | Direct ovarian damage; may affect uterine lining | Damages testicles; may impair sperm production permanently |
| Surgical removal | Removal of ovary or uterus ends natural fertility | Removal of testicle reduces sperm production |
| Hormonal therapy | Estrogen suppression affects ovarian function | Testosterone suppression reduces sperm count |
| Best time to preserve | BEFORE starting any cancer treatment — time-sensitive | BEFORE starting any cancer treatment — freeze sperm urgently |
Key Takeaways
How cancer treatment affects fertility?
Preserving fertility before cancer treatment
For singles: Preserving fertility for the future
How can the Bavishi Fertility Institute help?
Conclusion
For personalised advice tailored to your test results and diagnosis, book a consultation with our specialists at Bavishi Fertility Institute.
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About the Author
Dr. Parth Bavishi
MBBS, MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology)
Co-director & IVF Specialist
Dr. Parth Bavishi holds an MD in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and brings over 12 years of specialist experience as Co-director and IVF Specialist at Bavishi Fertility Institute — a group of fertility centres across India committed to helping couples realise their dream of parenthood.
His clinical focus is on complex and challenging cases: male-factor infertility, poor sperm quality, high sperm DNA fragmentation, and repeated IVF failure. He has received specialised infertility training at three internationally recognised institutions — Bavishi Fertility Institute, the Diamond Institute (USA), and the HART Institute (Japan) — giving him a uniquely broad perspective on the latest global advances in reproductive medicine.