Patient's question:
The day before yesterday, I received a call from my aunt. During our casual chat, I learned that her health condition hasn't been very good recently. She mentioned that she might have blocked fallopian tubes. I haven't heard anything about this before. How many fallopian tubes do women usually have?Doctor's answer:
Uterine tube: There are two tubes at the upper end of the uterus, each about 8 to 14 centimeters long. The root of the tube connects to the uterus, and the other end, which is open, has a lumen covered with mucous membrane. The fallopian tube is the place where sperm and eggs meet and combine, forming a fertilized egg. This tube also serves the function of transporting the egg into the uterine cavity. If the fallopian tube is blocked, it can hinder conception. However, it is still possible to become pregnant even if one tube is removed.