Patient's question:
My sister has been married for more than two years. Because she has been unable to conceive, she and her husband have had constant arguments, except for her mother-in-law. Her own state of mind has also been quite negative. Last month, I accompanied her to the hospital for a thorough examination. The doctor said she has hydrosalpinx in her fallopian tubes. I want to know if hydrosalpinx is serious?Doctor's answer:
Hydrosalpinx is the most severe stage of tubal inflammation, representing tubal obstruction, so it is not possible to conceive naturally. Even if in vitro fertilization (IVF) is performed, it can disrupt the uterine environment and reduce the embryo implantation rate. It is recommended to undergo a laparoscopic surgery to address the hydrosalpinx. If you still want to try conceiving naturally, you can consider tubal ostomy surgery. After the surgery, actively try to conceive for 6-12 months. If pregnancy does not occur, consider IVF. If you choose to proceed directly with IVF, it is advisable to have the fallopian tubes removed or undergo a tubal ligation to avoid potential interference with future embryo transfers. However, tubal hydrosalpinx is generally just a cause of infertility.