Different paths to conception
In-Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) is a widely recognized method of assisted conception. This process begins with hormone treatments and injections designed to stimulate the ovaries, encouraging them to produce more eggs. Once the eggs are ready, they are retrieved and then fertilized with a sperm sample in a laboratory to create embryos. The final step involves transferring the embryos into the uterus, with the hope of achieving a successful pregnancy.
Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) is a procedure that aids natural conception by placing specially prepared sperm directly into the uterus. This technique boosts the chances of sperm reaching the fallopian tubes and fertilizing the mature egg. In some cases, medications and a trigger injection are used to stimulate the production of multiple eggs and to time their release accurately.
Ovulation Induction is a hormone treatment that uses oral medications such as Clomid or Letrozole to stimulate the ovaries to develop eggs and induce ovulation. This increases the chances of successful conception through timed intercourse. It can be used as a primary method or in conjunction with IUI, especially for women with irregular menstrual cycles or those who do not ovulate.
Fertility Preservation: Cancer Care
A cancer diagnosis can bring many urgent decisions, and while treatment remains the main priority, it’s natural to also think about future family plans.
Fertility preservation gives individuals facing chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery the opportunity to safeguard their ability to have children later in life.
At GenPrime, we provide timely access to preservation options, compassionate guidance, and coordinated care tailored to each person’s unique circumstances.
Considerations for Fertility Preservation
Deciding on fertility preservation before starting cancer treatment involves balancing medical, personal, and emotional factors:
- Timing: Preservation should ideally occur before treatment begins, as some therapies can affect fertility.
- Treatment impact: Chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery may reduce egg, sperm, or ovarian function.
- Health and safety: Procedures are carefully coordinated with your oncology team to ensure safety and continuity of care.
- Emotional support: Managing both cancer and fertility decisions can be overwhelming — having supportive healthcare professionals and loved ones is essential.
Your Options
Fertility preservation methods depend on your age, treatment plan, and local regulations:
- Egg freezing: Retrieval and freezing of eggs for future use.
- Embryo freezing: Fertilisation of eggs with sperm before freezing for later embryo transfer.
- Sperm freezing: Collection and cryopreservation of sperm for future fertility treatments.
- Ovarian or testicular tissue freezing: In certain cases, reproductive tissue can be preserved and potentially re-implanted later (availability varies by country).
- Donor options: If preservation before treatment is not possible, donor eggs, sperm, or embryos may be considered in the future, where permitted by law.
Common Questions
How quickly should I act?
Ideally, preservation is completed before chemotherapy or radiation starts. At GenPrime, urgent cases are prioritised to minimise any delay to your treatment plan.
Will this delay my cancer care?
Most procedures can be arranged within days and are coordinated closely with your oncology team to avoid treatment delays.
Is fertility preservation safe for cancer patients?
Yes. Procedures are tailored to your health condition and carried out under the guidance of both fertility and oncology specialists.
What if preservation isn’t possible before treatment?
Other options, such as using donor eggs, sperm, or surrogacy (where permitted), may be available later.
Is this covered by insurance?
Coverage varies by country and policy. Our team can guide you on available financial assistance or support programmes.
Supporting Your Fertility Journey
At GenPrime, fertility preservation is about more than storing eggs or sperm — it’s about preserving hope, choice, and the possibility of parenthood after recovery.
Whatever your diagnosis or stage of treatment, we’re here to help you make informed, confident decisions about your future.