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Do you recommend a waiting period to conceive after prostate radiation?

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Yes, I typically advise that men and their partner use contraception for at least 3-4 months after the last fraction of radiotherapy based on the fact that the maturation cycle of sperm is estimated at approximately 2- 2.5 months. I typically counsel men prior to treatment that there is a chance (bu...

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