At Sunrise Fertility and IVF, our mission is to provide you with detailed knowledge about conditions that can affect your fertility, including hydrosalpinx. This condition can significantly impact your reproductive capabilities, and we’re here to guide you through understanding its implications and the treatment options available.

What is Hydrosalpinx?

Hydrosalpinx is a condition where one or both fallopian tubes are blocked with a watery fluid. This blockage typically occurs at the distal (far) end of the tube, near the ovaries, preventing the egg and sperm from meeting and thus, significantly affecting fertility.

Causes of Hydrosalpinx

Hydrosalpinx is usually caused by:

• Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID): Often due to sexually transmitted infections such as chlamydia or gonorrhea.
• Previous Pelvic Surgery: Surgeries that involve the fallopian tubes or nearby organs can lead to scarring and blockage.
• Endometriosis: Where endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus, potentially blocking the fallopian tubes.
• Previous Ectopic Pregnancy: Can cause scarring and lead to fluid accumulation.

How Hydrosalpinx Affects Fertility

Hydrosalpinx can make natural conception very challenging as it blocks the pathway necessary for the egg and sperm to meet. Additionally, if the fluid in the tube flows back into the uterus, it can disrupt the uterine environment, making it hostile for an embryo to implant.