Patient's question:
A few days ago, I went for a physical check-up and found out that I have fallopian tube blockage. How big a harm does this kind of fallopian tube blockage condition cause?Doctor's answer:
Hello, the main hazards of female fallopian tube blockage are as follows: First, the normal function of the fallopian tube plays a crucial role in conception. It can capture mature eggs released from the ovaries into the abdominal cavity and provide a pathway for sperm to ascend, allowing sperm to meet and fertilize the egg in the ampulla of the fallopian tube. If the fallopian tube becomes blocked, sperm cannot reach the place where it meets the egg, resulting in infertility. It is essential to treat fallopian tube blockage promptly. When the fallopian tubes are blocked, the fertilized egg cannot reach the uterine cavity and may grow in places such as the fallopian tubes, forming an ectopic pregnancy. The occurrence of ectopic pregnancy can lead to severe bleeding, trigger shock, and even be life-threatening.