What kind of ultrasound would they do if they are looking at my fallopian tubes?
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As far as ultrasounds go, you will most likely have both the external (abdominal) and transvaginal ones done.
The external u/s is done via the outer belly... pelvic area. For that you will be drinking a certain amount of water to fill the bladder so that the images are clear.
The transvaginal u/s is done via a probe inserted into the vagina. It's NOT painful at all, don't worry. It gives a clearer view sometimes, and the bladder is empty for it. (What a relief!)
I'm wondering if you will also be scheduled for an HSG (hysterosalpingogram), which is a test to actually check the fallopian tubes for blockage. A dye is injected via catheter through the cervix while an x-ray is done, the dye makes it possible for the radiologist and physicians to see the fallopian tubes. This is a test that may cause some cramping either during the procedure and/or afterwards. Before this particular test, it's a good idea to take some ibuprofen to prevent too much cramping.
Good luck to you, I hope that all is well.
They are going to do an external ultrasound which is like one you get when you are pregnant. And also more than likely and internal vaginal ultrasound too. Where they insert this rodlike (its not big and they use lots of lube) thing to get a better view of the ovaries, uterus and fallopian tube.
I had one that was the same as the one they do for looking at a baby, but the trans-vaginal ones are much more accurate
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