A 38-year-old member asked:
can women become infertile from an emergency appendicitis rupture?
1 doctor answer
Dr. Barry Rosen answered
34 years experience General Surgery
Overstated: Sterilization secondary to scarring in fallopian tubes has long been attributed to the consequence of pus within the pelvis, which can occur with perforated appendicitis. However, recent retrospective analyses have found the incidence of sterility to be much lower than claimed in the past.
Answered on Dec 9, 2013
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A 43-year-old member asked:
Dr. Neeoo Chin answered
40 years experience Fertility Medicine
Yes: A ruptured appendix can subsequently block fallopian tubes by way of scar tissue from the infection that would ensue.
A 36-year-old member asked:
Dr. Lillian Schapiro answered
30 years experience Obstetrics and Gynecology
Yes: The first thing to do is to evaluate your fallopian tubes. Your gyn may be able to do a femvue in the office.
A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. Addagada Rao answered
56 years experience General Surgery
Unpredictable: It is compelling reason to see a physician for sudden abdominal pain , early diagnosis is difficult in very young and old , in spite of better diagn ... Read More
A 44-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Uyeda answered
45 years experience General Surgery
Usually not: Whereas in women it can cause blockage of fallopian tubes with inflammatory adhesions. If you are concerned, get to a doctor for a sperm analysis.
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