Monday, 5 February 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.

Start by checking for a reliable medical expert. A gynecologist or obstetrician can conduct simple uterosalpingography. Even so, consider a professional who has a wide range of experience in using a catheter since this procedure is not within your specialty. A woman who wants to acknowledge the root of her infertility should look for a fertility specialist.

Know the best duration to perform the assessment. It is important to conduct this assessment between your fifth and tenth days of your menstrual cycle. This is to avoid chances of any pregnancy especially for women who have been experiencing stillbirths. For a person who has abnormal ovulation, the doctor is supposed to check whether you are pregnant before performing the HSG examination.

Acquaint with any allergies that you might result from the procedure. This process uses saline infusions like betadine, novacine, and iodine. Although being allergic to these infusions is rare, some women have adverse reactions to them and can lead to severe infection when used. Therefore, evaluate your allergy history and inform your medical specialist about this for him or her to consider an alternative product.

Inquire if you need to take any medication before and after the process. There are high chances of experiencing pain after the HSG process is completed. This can be mitigated through prescribed painkiller an hour before the assessment is done. One can decide to take Advil or Motrin depending on the extent of the pain. Additionally, you can be recommended to take some antibiotics to avoid any infection that might result from the saline infusion.

Carry a sanitary pad with you. Even though this test is performed before your ovulation cycle, one is required to have a sanitary pad to protect your clothing from dye leakage. This is normal since there is no mechanism to remove the saline infusion used from the womb. In addition to that, wear comfortable clothing since you might feel some discomfort for the rest of the day.

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.

Check on your payment. HSG might cost a lot of, and one cannot possibly afford without using relevant means to spare her expenditure. In that case, you can use your medical coverage to pay for your bills if it can cater for fertility medication. On the other hand, you can look for a professional with rational charges by varying all the options within your reach.




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