Question 1

is is possible for a cerclage to not be neceassary in 2nd pregancy due to scar tissue from last preganancy (w/cerclage) that's making cervix firm?

Accepted Answer

Anything possible : The situation you propose is certainly possible but it is not likely that a doctor would want to test your theory. If your theory is incorrect then it could result in a loss of the pregnancy.

Question 2

will mini hysteroscopy with polypectomy cause scar tissue and complications in future pregnancy? if i can handle saline us can i handle this procedur?

Accepted Answer

No: a hysteroscopy and polypectomy doesn't cause scar tissue that would complicate a future pregnancy.  Polyps can cause problems getting and maintaining a pregnancy, so the procedure may decrease your risks of complications with your next pregnancy.   You will probably handle the procedure just fine.  Best wishes!

Question 3

scar tissue is a variety of what?

Accepted Answer

Unclear: I'm not sure what your question is.  Scar tissue is a an area of fibrous tissue where there has been an injury.  It has the same building blocks as normal tissue but they are arranged in such a way that they are usually stiffer.  There can be increased blood flow in the area with redness or an increase in pigment.

Question 4

does heart scar tissue cause pain?

Accepted Answer

Heart: No pain fibers in heart, if there's pain something is going on besides the scar alone being present.

Question 5

what does scar tissue on ovaries mean?

Accepted Answer

Not much: Scar tissue appeared there as a result of surgery or a previous infection.

Question 6

what does scar tissue look like on mri?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Sometimes not visible, but if large enough appears like an increased density (white appearing). Mri is good for visualizing differing density of soft tissue, including scars.

Question 7

what could cause scar tissue in the liver?

Accepted Answer

Cirrhosis: Scar tissue in the liver is also referred to as cirrhosis. It can be caused by excessive long term alcohol use, chronic hepatitis, bad fatty liver and some other more rare causes.

Question 8

how does scar tissue build up after surgery?

Accepted Answer

Normal process: Surgery is a trauma to the tissues. Inflammation results which is part of the healing process. Fibrous tissue  is the end result. Hence the scar, or adhesions if internal.

Question 9

what does scar tissue in the abdomen feel like?

Accepted Answer

Depends on time: When scar is initially forming, the sites should feel firm, maybe lumpy or raised. With time, healing gradually progresses with increased blood flow and fibrous tissue (scar) is laid down to hold tissues together. In time it softens and becomes less noticeable. If from internal surgery scarring may form adhesions which can cause pain, gas, etc. See your physician.

Question 10

can scar tissue infertility be ever be "cured"?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no,: Depending. Minimal adhesions ('scar') can often be treated surgically and be 'good as new.' denser or more extensive adhesions can also often be improved with surgery, but may still be somewhat abnormal. Whether adhesions are imporatnt in infertility is also variable.

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Is is possible for a cerclage to not be neceassary in 2nd pregancy due to scar tissue from last preganancy (w/cerclage) that's making cervix firm?

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Will mini hysteroscopy with polypectomy cause scar tissue and complications in future pregnancy? if i can handle saline us can i handle this procedur?

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Scar tissue is a variety of what?

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Does heart scar tissue cause pain?

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What does scar tissue on ovaries mean?

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What does scar tissue look like on mri?

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What could cause scar tissue in the liver?

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How does scar tissue build up after surgery?

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What does scar tissue in the abdomen feel like?

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Can scar tissue infertility be ever be "cured"?

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