Patient's question:
Is it serious if fallopian tube blockage is left untreated? Fallopian tube hydrops. I went to the hospital for a check-up, and it wasn't considered very serious, but I've been feeling uncomfortable for a long time and haven't been able to get pregnant yet. Is this problem serious?Doctor's answer:
The fallopian tube plays a crucial role in transporting sperm, capturing eggs, and moving fertilized eggs to the uterine cavity. If the fallopian tubes are blocked, it obstructs the passage of sperm and fertilized eggs, leading to miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, or infertility. The main causes of fallopian tube blockage are infection and adhesion. Most fallopian tube diseases are caused by infection, particularly pelvic inflammatory disease. Other possible causes of infection include appendicitis rupture, post-abortion infection, or postoperative complications such as endometriosis, surgical-induced inflammatory conditions. Adhesion can also cause the fallopian tubes to become obstructed. Fallopian tube blockage affects fertility, as blocked tubes cannot provide a suitable place for sperm and egg cells to combine. Patients need to promptly visit a hospital for thorough examination and treatment. Active cooperation with the doctor's treatment plan is essential for women to become pregnant.