Fertility and ALL

  • As a part of their treatment for ALL, patients will be exposed to a number of treatments that may put them at risk of infertility. However, sometimes there is a need for urgent treatment for ALL, meaning that it may not be possible to address fertility issues beforehand.
  • Nevertheless, it is very important for patients to discuss possible alternatives for the future, particularly if treatment of their ALL cannot wait.
  • In the United Kingdom, there are some restrictions to types of fertility treatments. Funding for fertility treatments under the NHS follows strict rules and policies, so it is important to enable patients to speak with their haematologist regarding assisted conception treatment.