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Can I get pregnant naturally if I have bilateral hydrosalpinx?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 28 years old and married. I am trying to conceive for the last four months but not achieved. I have done blood, all hormones and sugar test. They all are normal. But in TVS test, they have diagnosed that I have bilateral hydrosalpinx. From that, I am so tense. Could I get pregnant n... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The ultrasound reports show that you have hydrosalpinx and bilateral endometriotic ovarian cysts (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Hydrosalpinx indicates a chronic pelvic infection which can be treated with two weeks course of antibiotics and endometr... Read Full »
I have ovary pain and a hydrosalpinx in the left tube. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 38 years old, and have a history of endometriosis. 17 years back I underwent the removal of an ovarian torsion cyst of 10 cm by open surgery. My ovaries were preserved and I had no complaints except some cysts since then. But now when I want to conceive I have complications and fo... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. Can you help me with a few questions? What is your husband's age? How long are you married? Have you undergone a laparoscopy? Have you received ovulation induction ever? Have your tried IVF (invitro fertili... Read Full »
I have abdominal pain due to hydrosalpinx. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I suffer from right-sided abdominal pain. The CT scan report suggests a cystic structure in the right adnexal region. The right ovary is enlarged, and I have a right-sided hydrosalpinx. Please suggest some medications. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your ultrasound report (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). The cystic structure is more than 5 cm in diameter. It will need urgent medical intervention. According to the medical guidelines, the patient needs investigations if the cyst ... Read Full »
I noticed a lump on my pelvis. Is it serious?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 24-year-old female and noticed a small lump on the left side of my pelvis nearly two months ago, and assumed that it was an ovary maturing for my menstrual cycle. But today I am concerned about my missing period, which was due five days back. I am currently experiencing cramps ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com, I understand your concern, I would like to inform you that internal organs especially ovaries cannot be easily palpable unless there is some pathology (abnormality). Your current problem looks like a cyst or hydrosalpinx. I suggest you not to ignore such things and ... Read Full »
Can hydrosalpinx be treated without surgery?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been diagnosed with bilateral hydrosalpinx, and the doctor suggested a bilateral salpingectomy as a treatment option. I just wanted to know the treatment option other than the mentioned one. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your reports (attachments removed to protect the patient’s identity). Your hysterosalpingogram (HSG) shows dilatation on both sides of the tube with fluid-filled in it. This is called hydrosalpinx. Both the tubes are therefore blocked. I suggest the ... Read Full »
Does hydrosalpinx recur after a bilateral tube disconnection?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 36 years old. I had a bilateral hydrosalpinx (HSG) mainly due to endometriosis. I do not have any pain symptoms, and I had a bilateral tubal disconnection to maintain the blood supply to the ovaries. After this, I had IVF but failed. I had HSG again, and I do not know if there was... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I find lots of misunderstandings in the history. From the report (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) you have sent, I can say that your uterus is normal and thereby there will be no problems in undergoing IVF (in vitro fertilization). Once the tub... Read Full »
My HSG report says I have bilateral hydrosalpinx. Will this cause trouble for conceiving?
Query: Hi doctor, My HSG report says bilateral hydrosalpinx noted with a free peritoneal spill on the left side. What does this mean? Can I conceive normally? If yes, then how? I have hypothyroidism, which is under control. I take Eltroxin 100 mcg and 75 mcg on alternate days. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. How are you doing? I have seen your report (attachment removed to protect patient identity). In HSG (hysterosalpingogram), only the right tube looks dilated showing no spill of dye. But the left tube is tortuous and shows the spill of dye very well. Let me explain, the t... Read Full »
If hydrosalpinx in one fallopian tube is left untreated, will another tube also get affected?
Query: Hi doctor, If hydrosalpinx in one fallopian tube is left untreated, will another tube also get affected?Thanks. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The most common causes of hydrosalpinx are pelvic inflammatory disease or pelvic infection. It is advisable to take antibiotics for two weeks before planing salpingectomy. Also, there are high chances that when one fallopian tube is affected, the other tube will ... Read Full »
Does COVID-19 infection affect the IVF treatment?
Query: Hi doctor, How long does IVF process take with donor eggs? How long it takes to screen the donor? During this COVID-19 second wave outbreak is it good to start IVF cycle? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1) IVF (in vitro fertilization) is an intensive process both emotionally and physically. Even if you are using donor eggs, you will have to take hormones in medication and injections to prepare your endometrium to receive the implant. The process usually starts from the... Read Full »
Should I take an antibiotic if there is water in the fallopian tube?
Query: Hello doctor,Two days back, I had my laparoscopy. My right tube was found to be dilated and the ports were open. The left one was completely closed and after forceful attempts, it was opened but only a slow progression was there. Now, under the current circumstances, is there any antibiotic for wate... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. How are you doing? Water in the tube is hydrosalpinx. This is a collection of the fluid secreted from the lining of the tubes. Usually, if one tube is damaged, the other one will also show some damage. The best antibiotic for genital tract infections is capsule Clin... Read Full »