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HYSTEROSALPINGOGRAM
A hysterosalpingogram is a test to
evaluate the uterus and Fallopian tubes. With this procedure, dye is
injected through the vagina into the uterus. The dye will flow out into
the Fallopian tubes and can show a blockage in the tubes, or certain
abnormalities in the structure of the uterus. Because an iodine-based
dye is used, it is important for you to inform us if you are allergic to
iodine or any substance that contains iodine, such as shellfish
(oysters, crabs, etc.). After the dye is injected by the radiologist, a
series of x-rays will be done.
The x-ray needs to be done between days #6—10 of your menstrual cycle
(with day #1 being the first day of your period), which is just after a
normal period, but before ovulation. Please call our office when you
start your period so that we can schedule the procedure at the
radiologist’s office. You will need to have a current authorization from
your insurance company before the appointment can be scheduled. If your
most recent period does not seem to be normal or is late, please let us
know before the hysterosalpingogram is done. This procedure may or may
not cause some mild discomfort (cramping) afterward, and usually takes
only about 10 minutes to be done. If more than mild spotting or cramping
is noticed, please call your doctor.
DO NOT HAVE UNPROTECTED INTERCOURSE AFTER
THE FIRST DAY OF YOUR PERIOD BEFORE THIS PROCEDURE!
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