Pregnancy and chemotherapy

You should not become pregnant or get someone pregnant while having chemotherapy. Talk with your doctor if you are pregnant when you are diagnosed with cancer. Most women who have chemotherapy when they are pregnant have healthy babies. You will be monitored closely by a specialist team. 

Chemotherapy during pregnancy

You will need to talk with your doctor if you are pregnant when you are diagnosed with cancer. They will discuss all your options with you. 

Pregnancy, contraception and chemotherapy

During your treatment you should avoid unprotected sex. You should not become pregnant or get someone pregnant while having chemotherapy. Some drugs can damage a developing baby.

Last reviewed: 
23 May 2024
Next review due: 
24 May 2027
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