Check for cancer in sperm

Some men find the biopsy painful, but others have only slight discomfort. You may worry about the impact on your relationship or feel a loss of self-esteem. This may include: A general screen or karyotype Screening for the Cystic Fibrosis gene Screening for Y chromosome deletions Please note: Your Merrion Fertility Clinic Doctor may refer you to a Urologist for further assessment if required. You have difficulty producing a sperm sample on the day of fertility treatment. Read more about rare prostate cancers. Contact Livestrong Navigation Services to learn more about how we can help you explore fertility preservation options. They crowd out normal, healthy cells, so the body can't work as it should.

Some men place their sperm in a sperm bank to use later. Cancer Biology Research. Little is known about their effects on fertility or problems during pregnancy. Research Team Members. For males, infertility means they are not able to father a child through normal sexual activity. Chemotherapy chemo works by killing cells in the body that are dividing quickly.

Resources for News Media. Ask about any side effects. Cancer Screening Overview. Day-to-Day Life. If this isn't possible, wash your hands well after changing their nappy.