Has anyone had both there Falopian tubes removed? I'm due to go in on the 20th and now i'm starting to worrie and not sleeping. I would be

[Louise2013]

greatfull if anyone could share there experiance with me and how it might affect me.

Thank you xx

[DianeArnold Partner Nurse Fertility Network UK]

Hi Louise. I assume that this procedure is being carried out prior to you starting IVF treatment? Removal of both Fallopian tubes, is usually carried out when a woman suffers with a condition known as hydrosalpinx. Unfortunately, as it seems in your case, it has affected both tubes. I’m sure you are fully aware of this condition, but just in case I’m going to go through my explanation of it, and hopefully it will help you to understand it further. The condition is called “hydrosalpinx”, which when translated, simply means water in the tube! Fallopian tubes have a natural lubrication in them to allow sperm to swim and the egg to travel down. Occasionally, the end of the tube(s) called “fimbriae” stick together. This then blocks the “exit” for excess fluid to escape. There is then only one way out for this fluid and that is through the womb end of the tube. Many consultants now believe that this excess of fluid can prevent implantation of a developing embryo, as it can be “washed” out. Because of this the tubes are often removed before embarking on IVF. It is a worry for you Louise, but rest assured that your consultant will have your best interests at heart about carrying out this procedure. I do wish you well for the 20th and for a speedy recovery. Kind regards Diane

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Hi Louise

I had both of mine out in January and was fine, I had a sick note for 2 weeks but TBH I could have gone back within a few days.. I took it easy though and I am now in the middle of IVF and the chance of getting pregnant is much more improved if you have them out.

I will pre warn you that for the first couple of days you have allot of gas moving around inside you and that was very painful but it all settled down within a couple of fays, peppermint tea is good for settling the gas.

I wish you all the best and hope everything goes well for you hun xxxxx

[Miwa]

Hi Louise,

I too had both my tubes out last year because both were blocked. I had one intial ICSI which did not work because of the blocked tubes, therefore I had them removed. I also had a radical excision for endometriosis at the same time, so my recovery was completely different than if i just had my tubes out. I found it hard emotionally to accept having my tubes removed as i felt that part of feminity was removed with it, but now I realise i am still as much of a women without them. I had one further failed ICSI, but yesterday I had a positive pregnancy test. So I feel it was worth having my tubes removed as I have never been pregnant before due to the damage around my tubes and the fluid in them.

Best of luck with the operation, andI hope it all goes well.

Miwa xx

[Milly271286]

Hi what was the outcome would love to hear of you, did you have hydrosalpinx on both, I have and still waiting for appointment on the long waiting list, did you have ivf after the removal?? X