Question 1

i had an ectopic in august 2018. where do you recommend i get an hsg test or x-ray to check if my other tube is not blocked ?

Accepted Answer

ECTOPIC PREG: Your situation can best be managed by an OB who specializes in infertility.  The cause of your ectopic pregnancy may be a factor and there are tests to evaluate patency of the other tube, if warranted.

Question 2

i'm schedule for a (hsg) for ivf. my tubes are tied so is this still recommended ? i'm scared it will hurt since the dye can't go through

Accepted Answer

HSG: Most women cramp with HSG no matter the status of their tubes.  I would ask your physician for some pre procedure oral sedation and it might help to take something for pain 30 minutes beforehand as well.  1 in 300 tubal ligations results in tubal fistula, so it is reasonable to do the HSG to check the tubes and uterine cavity.

Question 3

risks of hsg?

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Minor and safe: Significant risks are very uncommon: infection, allergic reactions, and uterine perforation estimated at much less than 1% and i personally have never seen in 20 years. Small bleeding afterwards and cramping are fairly common, taking Ibuprofen an hour before the procedure is effective for most women. X-ray exposure is negligible and safe within established limits.

Question 4

how is hsg done?

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With x-ray: Lying on an x-ray table, a speculum is inserted into the vagina. Cervix is cleansed with antiseptic. An x-ray apparatus is placed over the pelvis. A syringe with contrast material ("dye" seen under x-ray) is attached to a thin catheter which is inserted into the cervix. Under fluoroscopy, the contrast is pushed into the uterus and fallopian tubes and x-ray pictures are taken.

Question 5

has anyone ever had hsg?

Accepted Answer

HSG hysterosalpingogram: It is diagnostic x-ray procedure that gives information about the shape of the uterus and if the fallopian tubes are open. If performed by an experienced physician the discomfort from this procedure is minimal. Usually the discomfort is no more than like day one or two of your menstrual cycle.

Question 6

does hsg test mess up cycles?

Accepted Answer

No: It will not effect the cycle.

Question 7

on which day  hsg test is done?

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About day 10-12: Do after bleeding stops and before ovulation at day 14 on-   after ovulation sometimes   the lining of the uterus blocks the tubes where they open into the uterus.

Question 8

what to expect for hsg procedure?

Accepted Answer

Like a pelvic exam: The doctor will usually use a speculum. Then they will put in a catheter that goes into the cervix. They then inject contrast and take images. You may experience cramping during and after the procedure. You might see a small amount of spotting after the procedure.

Question 9

how do people commonly feel after a hsg scan?

Accepted Answer

May feel cramping: Which can usually be treated with over the counter meds such as motrin. For prolonged pain i would call the doctor who gave you the test.

Question 10

what amount does a hysterosalpingogram (hsg) test cost?

Accepted Answer

Varies: costs of medical procedures are highly variable.  call the facility and ask and be sure to ask if the amount includes the fee for the radiologist to interpret the test results

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