Hysterosalpingogram (HSG)

An HSG is an X-Ray test that looks at the inside of the uterus, the fallopian tubes and the surrounding areas. During an HSG, a dye is put through a thin tube that is put through the vagina and into the uterus. Pictures are taking using a steady beam of X-Ray as the dye passes through the uterus and tubes. These pictures can show potential problems such as an injury or abnormal structure of the uterus or tubes, a blockage that could prevent an egg moving through a fallopian tube to the uterus, or problems inside the uterus that could prevent a fertilized egg from implanting to the uterine wall.

Before an HSG it is recommended that you take an OTC pain reliever. Again, like everything, everyone is different. Some women have only slight discomfort or the feeling of pressure during the procedure and others have more severe cramping and pain. After the procedure they will provide you with a pad for any leakage or bleeding that may occur. Often times only slight spotting occurs. But if you fill a pad within an hour or are having severe pain please contact your doctor immediately.