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Hydrosalpinx Experiences

RealMommaRealMomma
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Hello. My hubby and I have been TTC for 19 months. This summer we were diagnosed with hydrosalpinx and low sperm count/motility. My doctor was still very optimistic that IUI would work for us. So we have been attempting to do an IUI for 4 months now, but my body seems to work against me and 3/4 months I was ovulating on the blocked side. (One of the months we didn't scan because my doctor was out of town).

I haven't heard many success stories for those with hydrosalpinx that doesn't involve IVF. I am hoping someone out there can give me a shimmer of hope.

We have been very frustrated, sad, mad, discouraged lately and need to hear other peoples experiences. Thank you!

Married June 2007
IUD Removed Dec 2009
TTC April 2010
HX: IF workup in June '11
Me: 29, Left Tube Blocked
DH: 28, Low Sperm Count/Morph
Trying for IUI Aug, Sept, Oct '11 - no go O'ing on left
Nov - 50mg clomid, 4 follies, wrong side - BFN
Dec - 100mg Clomid - IUI#1 - BFN
Jan '12 Break Cycle and RE Consult
19Jan2012 - CD#1
Trying to Conceive Ticker
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Re: Hydrosalpinx Experiences

  • amandaleigh1amandaleigh1 member
    I am by no means an expert on hydrosalpinx, but from what I have read, most Dr's recommend removal of the affected tube because I can harbor fluid that is toxic to developing embryos. Maybe you should seek a second opinion? If you have one good tube and ovary, though, it is reasonable to try IUI.

    IVF #1 ET 1 d3 embryo 10/30/11 BFP
    3 Embryos frozen (1 d5, 2 d6)

    DS born 07/29/12

    FET #1 ET 1 d5 embryo 02/10/15 BFN

    FET #2 1 d6 embryo didn't survive thaw, transferred last d6. CP :(

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  • XV11StarXV11Star member

    I was diagnosed with a hydrosalpinx after my HSG, but after a big disaster of an IUI with cysts and being sick for months, it turned out it was actually a pyosalpinx ... pus filled, from infection.  I am not trying to scare you, and I am sure your situation is different, but I am surprised they are carrying on with the IUIs without removing the tube - or trying to clear and open it?

     

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  • sweetsurrender9sweetsurrender9 member

    I have a hydrosalpinx too, but don't have a success story yet.  We're meeting with the RE in December to see what his plan is for the tube.  We may either clip it or remove it is my guess.

    You might want to try cross-posting this on PAIF and/or SAIF too, because that's where you'll find the success stories.  (I'll definitely be following the responses!)

    Good luck to you!



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    Me (34): MTHFR, PCOS, Endo, left salpingectomy due to hydrosalpinx, 
    hypothyroidism, low AMH (0.26)/normal FSH/average AFC of 12

    Him (33): No known issues

    November 2013-March 2014: Natural cycles
    April 2014: Clomid 100mg and Ovidrel trigger -- BFN
    May 2014: Clomid 100mg and Ovidrel trigger -- BFN
    July 2014:  IVF class -- Check!
    Holy crap.  Unmedicated BFP 7.22.14.  EDD 4.01.15.
    Best April Fool's Day ever!
    Now on Lovenox, prenatals, Vitamin D,
    Folic Acid, and Synthroid.
    Please be our take home baby.

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  • MrsOjoButtonsMrsOjoButtons member
    I had both tubes removed due to bilateral hydrosalpinx. I just completed my first IVF and am in the 2ww.
    Twin boys due 7/25/12
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  • RealMommaRealMomma

    My doctor said the surgery was risky and that it could result in more damage than good. She said it could damage the other tube, or cause a higher risk of ectopic pregnancy. She never mentioned it being dangerous to a baby. Now I'm a little nervous.Huh?

    I guess I'll have to add that to my list of more questions to ask.

    Thanks!

    Married June 2007
    IUD Removed Dec 2009
    TTC April 2010
    HX: IF workup in June '11
    Me: 29, Left Tube Blocked
    DH: 28, Low Sperm Count/Morph
    Trying for IUI Aug, Sept, Oct '11 - no go O'ing on left
    Nov - 50mg clomid, 4 follies, wrong side - BFN
    Dec - 100mg Clomid - IUI#1 - BFN
    Jan '12 Break Cycle and RE Consult
    19Jan2012 - CD#1
    Trying to Conceive Ticker
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  • njpabzynjpabzy member
    I have a hydrosalpinx, and I had to have the tube cut before my RE would proceed with any treatment. My RE said I should have the surgery even if we weren't going to do any treatments and just going to continue trying on our own because the fluid is potentially toxic to an embryo. Definatly ask your Dr. about this.
    M-43 DOR (FSH 20 AMH 0.16, AFC 4-6) Endo stage III DH-42 (low everything)
    TTC #1 unofficially since 6/09, officially since 10/10
    6/11 RE testing,rt tube blocked with hydro, 8/11 lap surgery rt tl
    IVF#1 10/11 Estrace,450 Follistim, 15 units low-dose HCG, DHEA - cancelled (only follie growing)
    IVF#2 started stims 11/4/11 - same protocol, increase in concentration of HCG, added CoQ10, no response, cancelled on CD 12
    12/2/11 began accupuncture; Break in Dec. Next cycle anticipated in Jan.
    PAIF/SAIF Welcome
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