Generally, hydrosalpinx, or the accumulation of fluid in the fallopian tubes, does not cause symptoms in women. This makes diagnosis difficult.
However, some women have described discomfort such as lower abdominal pain, fever and/or a foul-smelling vaginal discharge. For this reason, in the presence of some of these symptoms it is advisable to visit a specialist so that he/she can determine the possible cause and establish the best treatment to avoid complications in the future.
Read the full article on: Hydrosalpinx: what is it, what causes it and how to treat it. ( 51).
By Javier Liñayo Chouza M. D. (gynecologist), Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Sara Salgado B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist) and Michelle Lorraine Embleton B.Sc. Ph.D. (biochemist).
Last Update: 10/14/2020