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Can chemotherapy affect female reproductive organs negatively?

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YES: Many chemothreapy regimens can cause infertilty in both men and women. Obviously, the type of medicine and the dosage will determine infertiliy risks. Some patients with cancer will donate eggs or sperm before beginning chemo. You should discuss opion with your physicians.

Answered 2/1/2015

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Chemo and ovaries: Yes, some chemotherapies can cause failure of the ovaries at an early age.

Answered 10/4/2016

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