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Cancer During Pregnancy

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Overview

Sometimes cancer and pregnancy can happen at the same time. The type of cancer treatment used during pregnancy depends on a number of things, including:

The medicines and radiation used for treating cancer can be dangerous to the baby. Your doctor may talk to you about the risks and benefits of continuing your pregnancy. When treating cancer during pregnancy, doctors adjust the usual treatments with the following in mind.

If you have been diagnosed with cancer during your pregnancy, you will be working with a number of health professionals. Ask your cancer specialist (oncologist) for the name of a social worker who can help support you through your treatment. A social worker can also help coordinate the various professionals involved with your care.


Credits for Cancer During Pregnancy

Current as of: October 25, 2023

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