Hycosy procedure?

starlight1

Hi,
Just wondering if anyone could share any information on or experiences of a Hycosy procedure please?

Thanks

starlight

Cooperspale

This link will give you an overview of what is done
http://www.advancedwomensimaging.com.au/hystero-salpingo-contrast-sonography-hycosy

It's all pretty straightforward. You generally get it done after your period, day 7-10 is ideal. Similar idea to a pap smear but they put in saline and the contrast dye via a catheter to see things on ultrasound.
The uncomfortable parts may be the speculum initially, possibly inserting the catheter, inflating it will cause a bit of discomfort and then maybe removing afterwards. You should be able to see the whole procedure on the monitor as it happens.
So you'll see if there is any blockage and the doctor should point out fibroids or polyps to you.
You're supposed to have a better chance of conceiving for the following 2-3 cycles after it.
There may be some pain afterwards, bit like period cramp. Take a painkiller if it's bad. I have heard that the doctors technique can have a lot of bearing on how much pain is involved. So if avoiding pain is a big issue, you might want to see who people recommend. I am not in Ireland so can't comment. I went to someone my specialist recommended here and he was a total pro. It looked like that's what he did all day. A friend went to a private clinic in Dublin and had a bad experience & then had to go to the Rotunda in a lot of pain hours later. I don't know if she was unlucky or what the go was. But a year later she's the one with bub and I'm still waiting, go figure.

orchidsrpretty

I had one of these done in the Beacon a year or two ago. It was the most painful thing I have ever experienced- I've been through an egg collection without any sedation or anastectic. I'm not sure if the pain came from the fact that my tubes were blocked as she was pushing quite hard to see if the tubes would open.
I don't mean to alarm you, but I wish someone had told me it could be painful so I could of been prepared with painkillers etc. having said all that less than 1 hour after I felt fine so it's very much short term pain.

As far I remember I payed 200€ or 300€ for it.

starlight1

Thank you both for the information-really appreciate it..had done some research but its always good to get first hand experiences from other people.

It was supposed to be done during a laparoscopy I had in January but due to risk of infection surgeon didnt manage to do it, hence being sent for it separately..

orchidspretty I am expecting it to be painful as surgeons initial impression was that tubes are badly kinked and most likely blocked which from what I gather can make the procedure more painful. Can I ask how long it lasted for if you can remember?

eek I will just have to think about painkillers beforehand and try to focus on the fact that there is no other way to know the condition of the tubes so to get answers I will have to get on with it.

havent got an exact date yet but will update on my experience incase it is helpful to others

orchidsrpretty

It didn't last too long. I was physically shaking and sweating with the pain but the DR made it clear that if she stopped we would have to start again. She got me to count out loud to twenty, and surprising it helped a bit to take my mind off it. Again though shortly after it was finished the pain was gone. It's very much a short term pain.

You have the right idea. Unless you want to undergo another lap this is a great way of fining blockages and if there is one, how far up the tubes it is. I'm sure you've read before but during the procedure the DR may try push through the blockage so giving you a chance too without having to have tubal surgery. Best of luck with it.

starlight1

thanks orchidspretty..I have a feeling the tubes are in pretty bad condition so not getting hopes up too high but will hold on to a little bit of hope until I know..I wonder how successful tubal surgery can be and how and when they try it.
I also have severe endometriosis recently diagnosed so has caused quite a bit of damage so damaged tubes are not the only issue. But he did manage to free up ovaries/tubes during surgery so at least thats something. Thanks again for the info

orchidsrpretty

I was attending a private clinic and was advised after the hyscosy to make an appointment with Dr Roopnarinesigh, as apparently he is one, if not the best, tubal surgeons in the country. I did discuss with him about getting surgery but sadly my blockages were too far up for him to fix. You can visit him privately or publicly( about 7-8 month waiting list). But if surgery is an option the wait won't be too long.

starlight1

orchidsrpretty wrote: »

I was attending a private clinic and was advised after the hyscosy to make an appointment with Dr Roopnarinesigh, as apparently he is one, if not the best, tubal surgeons in the country. I did discuss with him about getting surgery but sadly my blockages were too far up for him to fix. You can visit him privately or publicly( about 7-8 month waiting list). But if surgery is an option the wait won't be too long.

Cheers orchidspretty-Is he also known as Dr Rishi? I have done some research and thought could be worth getting opinion from him when I get hycosy results..Seems to have great reputation and Also know he is linked with HARI if we (most likely) need to go down that route..his secretary said waiting time for private appointment is about about 4 months when I phoned in January so should maybe just make appointment now..happy enough to pay private consultation fee but wondering then is is option for surgery if needed to be done publically (no private health insurance and imagine tubal surgery is expensive). tbh I have a feeling hycosy will confirm what gynae team have indicated (tubes fecked) but no harm in looking into possible other options too.

Sorry to hear that your blockages were too far up to be fixed and thanks again for sharing your experience-much appreciated