What are the disadvantages of hysterosalpingography?

Many female friends need to undergo hysterosalpingography when they are unable to give birth successfully. This can determine whether the fallopian tubes are blocked and can clear them in a targeted manner, thus solving the problem of infertility. However, many people worry about whether there are some health risks when undergoing the examination, which may endanger their health. So what are the disadvantages of hysterosalpingography?

Hysterosalpingography is an X-ray hysterosalpingography that injects contrast agent into the uterine cavity and fallopian tubes. X-ray fluoroscopy and radiography are used to determine whether the fallopian tubes are unobstructed, the site of obstruction, and the morphology of the uterine cavity based on the visualization of the contrast agent in the fallopian tubes and pelvic cavity.

Hysterosalpingography is a procedure in which contrast agents are injected into the uterus and fallopian tubes and monitored under X-ray fluoroscopy. This will cause the body to absorb some of the X-rays. However, the damage caused by transient X-ray exposure is mild and reversible. During routine X-ray examinations, it is important to pay attention to protection, but there is no need to be afraid. X-ray hysterosalpingography uses iodine contrast media. 40% iodized oil has a high density and good imaging effect, but it is very irritating and can cause severe abdominal pain after surgery. It can sometimes cause chemical peritonitis. The examination time is long, absorption is slow, and it can easily cause a foreign body reaction and form granulomas. If a large amount enters the vein, there is a risk of oil embolism.

Experts say that salpingography has little impact on the body, but it has its own contraindications. People with acute and subacute internal and external genital inflammation, and those with severe systemic diseases who cannot tolerate surgery are not eligible for salpingography. Although the side effects of hysterosalpingography are very small, you must strictly follow the doctor's instructions and pay attention to related matters after doing hysterosalpingography, otherwise it may easily cause effects on your body.

Bathing and sexual intercourse are prohibited for two weeks after salpingography, and antibiotics may be given as appropriate to prevent infection. Sometimes tubal spasm may cause the illusion of tubal obstruction and the procedure should be repeated if necessary. A small amount of vaginal bleeding within one week after the angiography is normal if there is no other discomfort. If the amount of bleeding is more than the menstrual volume or if there are other discomforts, you should contact your doctor. It is best to practice contraception for three months after the contrast examination to reduce the possible effects of X-ray exposure.

Through the above introduction, everyone is clear about the disadvantages of hysterosalpingography. Once the fallopian tubes are blocked, it is naturally impossible to conceive normally. However, there are many other causes of infertility. Only a comprehensive and systematic examination and the use of scientific and reasonable methods for treatment and conditioning can restore normal fertility.