Friday, March 30, 2018

Preparation For A HSG Catheter Test

By Susan Murray


Hysterosalpingography or uterosalpingography is a radiology procedure which use modern x-ray process to check on the condition of the womb for a woman who is experiencing pregnancy problem. A small tubal device is inserted into the uterus cavity to check on its condition using saline infusion. Here are details to consider in preparation for an HSG catheter test.

First, look for a reliable specialist. An obstetrician or a gynecologist can perform a simple HSG procedure. However, one should have relevant experience in radiology since this is quite different from their normal qualification. If a patient wants to narrow down to the specific reason behind her infertility, one can decide to check in with an infertility specialist who has a better experience in these tests.

Consider the best duration to do the examination. This test should be performed before your ovulation or after your menstrual cycle. The best duration is between the fifth and tenth day of your cycle. This is for women who would like to acknowledge the reason behind their stillbirths or failed conception. A woman with abnormal cycles should take a pregnancy test before the HSG process.

Consider any allergy that you might have. Uterosalpingography procedure uses saline products like iodine, novacine, and betadine which some women might be allergic to them. In case you might be allergic to these products, inform your physician early enough to ensure that he or she looks for an alternative product.

Ask about any medication that one should take before or after the assessment. A doctor can prescribe one to take inflammatory medication an hour before the tests. This is to reduce the pain that results from inserting the catheter inside the womb. The most used inflammatory painkillers are Advil and Motrin. After the procedure, you can be prescribed to take antibiotics to mitigate any likelihood of infections.

Have a sanitary pad with you. The saline infusion used leaks after the process is done and can stain your clothes. In that case, one is supposed to have a sanitary pad despite the fact that the process is done before ovulation. Also, wear soft clothes and non-restrictive clothes since there are high chances of feeling uncomfortable after the procedure is completed.

Take enough rest. It is common to feel uncomfortable after the HSG procedure. Therefore, have a person to drive you home and rest for a whole day as well. The cramping spots might continue throughout the day or a feeling of dizziness or nausea hence the need to avoid intense work after this procedure. If the cramping continues, it is recommendable that continue resting since you cannot manage to handle any intense work under such condition.

Consider your payment. The uterosalpingography procedure is an expensive medical intervention, and most people cannot manage to afford. For that reason, one should check if her medical indemnity can cater for the costs by inquiring the respective broker. This means that it should provide an option that caters to fertility treatment.




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