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Why is HSG test needed?
A hysterosalpingogram or HSG test lets your doctor examine the inside walls of your uterus and fallopian tubes. This minor procedure is designed to provide information about the shape and contour of the endometrial cavity (uterus) or to document the presence of endometrial polyps, leiomyomata (fibroids), or scarring.
What can be diagnosed with HSG?
HSG is an important diagnostic component of the basic infertility evaluation because a major cause of infertility is blocked fallopian tubes – and that’s what HSG is excellent at revealing. Other indications for HSG may also include recurrent miscarriages, abnormal vaginal bleeding, or suspected uterine anomalies.
How long does an HSG take?
How long does the test take? The test will take about 15 to 30 minutes.
Can I get pregnant immediately after HSG?
How soon after HSG can you start trying to conceive? You’ll want to follow your doctor’s instructions, but generally, it’s safe to try within several days. While HSG can boost your chances of conceiving, it’s important to remember that the primary purpose is to serve as a diagnostic test.
Can you get pregnant same cycle as HSG?
It’s suggested to do the HSG before ovulation. If you are not already pregnant at the time this procedure is performed, it’s unlikely that a fetus conceived in the same cycle is at an increased risk of adverse outcome or anomalies.
Can HSG remove blockage?
The HSG procedure allows about 5\% of infertile couples to be diagnosed with blocked tubes, which indicates that the egg and sperm can never meet. In the past, this has meant surgery to unblock the tubes. These days, couples can be referred to IVF.
Does HSG clear the uterus?
No one is entirely clear why tubal flushing or an HSG increases your pregnancy odds, but there are some theories. One theory is that the dye flushes out the fallopian tubes, clearing minor blocks in some women. (Though HSG cannot repair or open the serious blockages.)
What is the best time to do HSG test?
It is best to have HSG done in the first half (days 1–14) of the menstrual cycle. This timing reduces the chance that you may be pregnant. During HSG, a contrast medium is placed in the uterus and fallopian tubes.
Can HSG be done on 11th day?
The test has to be done between day 8 and day 11 of your cycle, because of the end of menstruation and because day 12 can be the beginning of ovulation. On the way to the hospital Wednesday morning for the HSG, the hubs was pretty cute.