Can You Get Pregnant After Tubal Ligation?
Posted On: Monday, July 5th, 2010
Can you get pregnant after tubal ligation?
This is a frequent question from visitors to our Tubal Reversal website and Tubal Reversal Blog. There are several common reasons for asking this question after tubes have been tied. So if you have had a tubal ligation, have missed a period, and have found yourself asking the question,
“Can I be pregnant after my tubal ligation?”, then this article is for you and the answers may surprise you.
Is Pregnancy Possible After Tubal Ligation?
Pregnancy is possible after tubal ligation. Tubal ligation procedures are intended to be permanent and effective. Although tubal ligation procedure are highly effective at preventing pregnancy, pregnancies can occur after the fallopian tubes have been blocked. Tubal ligation procedures do have failures and pregnancy can occur after a tubal ligation.
Failed Tubal Ligation
A tubal ligation can fail in three ways: the fallopian tube may be missed during tubal ligation surgery and the tube may not be closed at all, the tube may form a fistula (new opening), and recanalization (rejoining of the tubal lumens) can occur.
Most times the fallopian tubes will be closed after a tubal ligation; however, if a patient has severe scar tissue it may be much harder to identify where the fallopian tubes are located. A fistula is a small opening which may remain after the healing response has been completed. This allows sperm to get through to fertilize and egg but the egg may have a harder time finding the small opening and getting back into the uterus. Recanalization occurs when the tube is not adequately closed and the tube reopens after the tubal ligation.
What Are the Chances of Tubal Failure?
The largest study to date on tubal ligation failure is the CREST study. This study found that tubal ligation failures do occur and can be as high as 3%Â depending on the method of tubal closure. Tubal ligation failures occured more often in women who had Hulka clip procedures and in younger women. These are the failure rates in the CREST study for the different methods of tubal ligation:
Unipolar Coagulation 0.8%
Unipolar Coagulation 0.8%
Tubal Ring 1.8%
Interval Partial Salpingectomy 2.0%
Bipolar Coagulation 2.5%
Hulka Clip 3.7%
Can You Have a Pregnancy After a Tubal Ligation?
Pregnancy can happen after a tubal ligation. A pregnancy after a tubal ligation is considered high risk because there is a greater likelihood the pregnancy will be ectopic (tubal). If a woman becomes pregnant after her tubes have been tied, she should see her doctor immediately to be evaluated for an ectopic pregnancy. Some post tubal ligation pregnancies will be inside the uterus but a large portion (30-40%) of them will be outside the uterus and in the tube. This is condition requires immediate evaluation and appropriate treatment.
Can You Have A Baby After A Tubal Ligation?
The possibility of pregnancy after a tubal ligation is very real for many women who have had their tubes tied. The chances are higher among women in their twenties and among women who have had Hulka clip tubal occlusion. The reality is women who have had their tubes tied can become pregnant after the procedure. If you have become pregnant then you should see your doctor immediately to be evaluated for a tubal pregnancy. If you want to be pregnant and have a baby then you should not rely on the failure of a tubal ligation to achieve this for you. Many women will find better and safer success in becoming pregnant after a tubal ligation though tubal ligation reversal surgery or IVF.
Submitted by Dr. Charles Monteith
July 5th, 2010 at 9:14 am
Good information for those women desiring to become pregnant after a tubal ligation.
July 5th, 2010 at 3:43 pm
The illustration shown, of the tied and cut tubal ligation method, is just one of several types of sterilization procedures. It is helpful in describing tubal ligation or getting one’s “tubes tied”.
July 5th, 2010 at 6:26 pm
This question about conceiving after tubal ligation does seem to come up quite often. Having it answered by Dr. Monteith is enlightening for women who have had tubal ligations.
July 6th, 2010 at 10:35 am
We have discussed this question about getting pregnant after tubal ligation amongst female friends. It is good to discuss the different types of tubal ligation with doctors and ask about the efficiency of the procedure. After reading this article I will definitely share this information with friends who have had the procedure & haven’t believed me when I have said that pregnancy “could” happen.
July 11th, 2010 at 2:54 am
When I met my husband, before I had a chance to tell him that I had four children from a previous marriage, he informed me that he wanted five children. He added that they did not all have to be his- some could be adopted- but that he had always dreamed of having a house full of children. I don’t remember if I told him then or if I waited a bit longer…
Later, when we began discussing marriage, we came to an agreement: as I was an LPN working my way towards MSN, we would not pursue having a baby until I was completely finished with school. That was two years ago.
Last spring, my husband lost vision in his right eye for about two weeks. Once vision recovered, he then lost sensation to the left side of his body- from his neck to his toes. It took six months to recover, and he still has no feeling from his left elbow down. In march, he began having “episodes” which he described as “being in a slow motion fog”. These were followed a month later by excruciating headaches and vision loss in his left eye. When the neurologist began asking questions, he recalled a two month episode seven years ago where he lost feeling in both feet and some mornings could not walk.
A month ago he was diagnosed with MS (Multiple Sclerosis). Since he already has some damage and the disease is active, we decided now was the time to start planning for a baby, rather than wait five years. So I scheduled an appointment with a fertility specialist in my area. We have a sperm sample (two actually) safely frozen in the case that the medicine (which he will begin in August or September) interferes. And we were planning to move forward with the in vitro process (which my doctor convinced me was the better option) in January…
UNTIL I received an email from an instructor who had recently cared done a study on PTLS. She recalled complaints I have had since my tubal in 2006: severe ovulation cramps, severe menstrual cramps, change in menstrual patterns, fatigue, GI problems, mood changes, HOT FLASHES, etc. I think it was the hot flashes (abnormal for a 29 year old) and the site of me doubled over in ovulation pain that made her think of me. She suggested (not even knowing of my husband’s diagnosis or our new hurry to onceive) that I look into tubal ligation reversal. Thus I began my research which led me to this site. I have discussed with my husband and plan to begin the process this very week, obtaining records and setting up a prepayment account.
I have been very encouraged by all of the testimonials here and look forward to soon posting a birth announcement!
July 15th, 2010 at 12:31 pm
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July 22nd, 2010 at 8:35 am
I got my tubes tied the day I turned twenty-one. I had three kids by then and a really bad relationship. Thing is nobody told me the pain I would feel from this change. My period is irregular, when I finally get my period I have cramps and not just in my stomach but in my back like contractions, to the point where I am in tears on the floor, and cant get up. I know you are probably thinking I am over doing the description of pain but really the cramps are like labor all over again. I now get blood clots, and I am always fatigued, and the mood swing I get sometime I don’t even know who I am. I want to get my tubes untied but I cant afford it and health insurance does not cover it. Will I have to go through this pain for the rest of my life or will it dissipate?
July 24th, 2010 at 12:25 am
I did not get my period for this mouth. but its been three yrs since i had my tubal ligation. so i took two home pregnancy tests and they both came back positive how is that right? so i went to the hospital for help and they would not tell me nothing i still have not got my question answered yet can some one please help me?
July 24th, 2010 at 5:45 am
Raushinda – Tubal ligation can fail to prevent pregnancy. If this happens, the risk of ectopic pregnancy is high. You should find out from the hospital if your pregnancy test was positive there. If so, you should be under the care of a doctor who is knowledgeable about possible ectopic pregnancy and its diagnosis and treatment.
August 30th, 2010 at 1:35 pm
Thanks for answering the question about pregnancy after tubal ligation.
September 13th, 2010 at 9:01 pm
I had tubal ligation in 2007. I missed my period. I did two home pregnant test,they came back positive. what should I do. I am worried about the ectopic pregnancy.
September 13th, 2010 at 9:05 pm
Mary
You should see your doctor within 24 hours and be evaluated. It is very possible you could have an ectopic pregnancy.
October 21st, 2010 at 3:56 pm
i am a 27 yr old mother of two (5 and 11months) i had a tubal ligation the day my 11 month old was born. now i have been having pregnancy symptoms. i took three hpt and they all were negative. i had one done with my doctor which also came back negative but he still wanted to do a blood test. so now i have to wait for the results. do you think im crazy? or just want to pregnant so bad?
October 21st, 2010 at 4:10 pm
Alana – With 3 negative home pregnancy tests, it is not likely that you are pregnant, but the blood test will be the definitive answer. If you want to become pregnant again after tubal ligation, tubal ligation reversal is the answer.
October 24th, 2010 at 8:02 pm
I had my tubes tied 9 months ago but found out that they removed a piece and send it to a lab to make sure they got the tube, I guess the piece that was removed for my right side came back neg my Dr said he saw the ovum but no tube. I am 26 years old and have had 3 c-sections is it possible he just missed my tube?
October 24th, 2010 at 8:33 pm
Angel – It is possible that he missed your right tube, or perhaps you don’t have a right tube. Your operative report would give some insight into this.
October 26th, 2010 at 7:00 pm
I got my tubes tied 2 years ago and I have all the symptoms morning sickness no period headaches heartburn dizziness fatigue big time. I took 2 home tests,both negative. What are the chances I am pregnant?
October 26th, 2010 at 7:07 pm
Mel – With negative pregnancy tests, it is unlikely that you are pregnant after tubal ligation.
October 28th, 2010 at 10:37 am
I had a tubal ligation after my c-section in 2006. I got my medical records from the hospital but all it says is bilateral tubal ligation. It does not specify what exactly was done. I want to have a tubal reversal but am curious if it will be done since I do have diabetes. My A1C’s have not ever been below 5.6 and not over 6.4. I have great control but am worried that nobody would do the surgery for me. If you could let me know what you think I would appreciate it. Thank you, Jenn
October 28th, 2010 at 11:10 am
Jennifer – We would have happy to perform your tubal ligation reversal. Since you have the diabetes in good control, that would not prevent your having this procedure or another baby. It is the best way to get pregnant again after tubal ligation. If you want to talk with a tubal reversal nurse about scheduling your surgery, please call (919) 968-4656.
November 8th, 2010 at 4:14 pm
I have had sore breast for 3weeks then a strange period, of only 3 days and most of the days there was brown, little or nothing at all. and the breast eased up. now a week after, nipples are sore and breast have a full feeling, and i get a little dizziness every once in awhile.Have not changed my diet any in many years. Had a tubal ligation in 06 during c-section. Also I have a double uterus and half cervix to 1 uterus. I took a test during the weird period and then the day after, both neg. should i check with test again. cannot see ob until dec. im going crazzy.
November 8th, 2010 at 6:58 pm
Sherri – It is possible to get pregnant after a tubal ligation. It would be a good idea to check a home pregnancy test again in a few days if your period has not started.
November 12th, 2010 at 2:07 pm
I had a tubal ligation done in 2000. My Sept period was ok. In Oct it was late and only lasted 1 1/2 days. Since then I have cramps all the time, my breasts are sore and I have headaches. I don’t know when I should take a hpt? Should I wait and see if I get my period in Nov? Which would be the latter part of Nov? I need to know, I take antidepressant meds and need to know if need I stop taking them. I am 35 years old.
November 12th, 2010 at 4:51 pm
June
If you had a tubal ligation and your pregnancy test is positive then it could be in your tubes and you should see a medcial professional immediately.
November 14th, 2010 at 11:26 am
I had a tubal ligation 6 weeks ago and have not had a period – could i be pregnant?
November 14th, 2010 at 11:30 am
It is possible to be pregnant at the time of a tubal ligation or become pregnant after tubal ligation. It is best to run a home pregnancy test and if positive contact your doctor!
November 19th, 2010 at 12:39 pm
I had a bilateral tubal ligation about 4 years ago. I have read that the failure rates go up as years pass. What are the accurate figures for this specific procedure. I am kind of worried I may be pregnant (it would be a good thing). I have abut 4 days until my period would have been missed, so I have not yet taken a test. My husband and I have been looking at tubal reversal, but are in the process of saving the money to pay for it. At any rate, just wanted to know the statistics on tubal ligation failure rates.
November 19th, 2010 at 4:48 pm
Sanchez – The CREST study found a failure rate after bilateral tubal ligation of 0.5% at one year, 1.3% by 5 years, and 1.8% by 10 years. These were the failure rates for all tubal ligation methods combined. Some types of tubal ligations have lower and some have higher failure rates. If you can specify the type of tubal ligation you had, I can give you more specific statistics for that method.
November 22nd, 2010 at 10:57 pm
I had a tubal ligation in april 1999 when I was 29 years old. 11 years later, my period is 9 days late. I’ve always had a regular cycle. My last menstral period was the 13th of October and it lasted only 3 days and was lighter than usual. I’ve taken two EPT home pregnancy test this past week and both have been negative. Should I be concerned, wait, or go to the Dr. Advice is desperately needed.
November 23rd, 2010 at 7:13 am
Romelia – Most likely the delay in your period is related to late or absent ovulation. Seeing your local doctor should help to clarify this issue.
December 5th, 2010 at 6:32 am
I am 48 and had Hulkia Clips in 1985, over 25 years ago. Recently I was scheduled for a surgical procedure but was sent home after 2 hospital urine tests and 3 quantitative pregnancy tests came back positive with HCG level of 11. 11 HP tests within 7 days taken at different times of day all clearly positive and an ultrasound that shows a small collection of fluid in the right side of my uterus. Tubes and ovaries look fine, does not appear to be any ectopic pregnancy. I do not have results of my second quantitative blood test yet. Is it highly possible the clips failed after 25 years?
December 5th, 2010 at 7:43 am
Sara – Although unlikely, it is possible that a tubal sterilization failure would occur this long after the Hulka clips were put in place. A high serum LH level might affect the HCG assay so I recommend that you have an LH assay when your HCG is repeated.
January 4th, 2011 at 11:41 am
I had a tubal 23 years ago. I think my tubes were cut tied and burnt. I married a man who could not have children. Got divorced from him and married a man who did not like sex so we rarely even had intercourse. I began having sex for the first time in years on November 13th. My last prriod was October 20th. My periods have always been normal and very heavy. I have not had one since I started having a VERY active sex life with my boyfriend. I get nauseous and have other pregnancy symptoms. Is it possible I just went through the change at the same time I became sexually active, or do you think I am pregnant. i took a pee test two weeks ago and it came back negative
January 4th, 2011 at 5:35 pm
Lainav – If correctly performed, your negative pregnancy test indicates you are not pregnant. It is more likely that you are in perimenopause.
January 28th, 2011 at 12:47 am
I have a tubal ligatian 9 years ago I got maried Iwant to get pregnent I went to a clinic to have a Tubal Reversal the Doctor cut me open and close me right back and said its been attache with my intestin Iwant to know if I can have a text tub Baby is it good and safe
January 28th, 2011 at 5:13 am
Tka – It appears that this doctor did not repair your tubal ligation in which case you will not be able to get pregnant. You can send a copy of your operative report to us at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center and we will let you know if a tubal ligation reversal will be possible. Send the report to me at:
Gary S. Berger, M.D.
Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center
109 Conner Drive
Suite 2200
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
(919) 967-8637 fax
January 30th, 2011 at 2:31 pm
I am a mother of 4 beautiful kids 6,4,2,and 6 months. After my last child was born back in July I had my tubes tied due to being high risk and delivery almost killing me. I have been having regular periods since i had my daughter. But my last period was in dec and now I am 5 days late… Does anyone think I could be pregnant???? I am freaking out cause
I dont want to go through what I did with my last baby…
February 3rd, 2011 at 3:35 pm
I just had a baby in dec 201o. It was my 3rd c section 3hr procedure due to all the scar tissue. I had my tubes tied and burnt and as of yesterday i feel pregnancy symptoms…is this even possible to get pregnant so soon.( i was pregnant i would be about 3-4wk).
February 3rd, 2011 at 5:49 pm
Ebony
Anything is possible. You are probably not pregnant but you can get pregnant with your tubes tied! You should take a test to make sure and if it is positive then you should see your doctor right away to be evaluated for an ectopic pregnancy.
February 4th, 2011 at 1:13 pm
I had my tubal done almost 12 years ago when I was 22. I requested my operative report and it appears that a bilateral tubal coagulation was done- bipolar, if I’m reading this right. The report says that each tube was cauterized in four different places over a distance greater than 3 cm, and then was cut. What are my chances of a successful reversal after having this method done?
February 4th, 2011 at 3:29 pm
Jen
Tubal coagulation is very common and about 60% of our tubal coagulation reversal patients will become pregnant.
February 28th, 2011 at 3:36 pm
Hi. I had a tubal ligation two years ago and I had irregular bleeding during my period. after 7 days of a period I was clear for one day and it started up again not brown but red. I had twins two years ago when they did the tubal. I have gone for an ultrasound today but was wondering what could this be? My Dr. told me my uterus is abnormally large and is sore when they examined me. During internal ultrasound today it did hurt a little Can you help me understand what this could be?
February 28th, 2011 at 3:48 pm
Susanne
Your doctor will have to give you more detailed information but some women can have irregular bleeding for a variety of reasons. The diagnosis depends on your ultrasound, test results and clinical history.
We have a blog article devoted to problems which can occur after a tubal ligation.
March 9th, 2011 at 2:20 am
I had a normal period and a tubal ligation two years ago after my 5th child but now I have sore breast and feel sick to my stomach and have vomited. Can I be pregnant with my tubes tied?
March 9th, 2011 at 8:02 am
Roberta
Pregnancy is always possible because you can get pregnant after a tubal ligation. If you are pregnant you need to see a doctor right away to make sure the pregnancy is not in your fallopian tubes.
March 17th, 2011 at 12:52 pm
I had a rupture in my left tube due to an IUD infection which led to er surg. I had HSG dye test done that stated I would not b able to get pregnant due to scar tissue. A year or 2 later i had a tubal pregnancy in the right tube.I never asked if the tied it clamped it burned it on either one. Here it is 20years later and I am wondering if I am pregnant. I had a pd. Dec 5 that was just brownish discharge for half a day maybe? I did finally get what appeared to be a pd in Jan 20..45 days later. I have not had one since. I have had bad headakes,feeling sick throughout the day( seem to b getting less)i feel lazy,dizziness for about 3 weeks, heartburn, things smell weird and then all of a sudden i got hot flashes for about 3 weeks or so and they just suddenly stoped like they started. i even went to the doc for hrt cream. I havent used it because it all stoped. I never asked either of the docs about the proceedures to the tubes. Could i possibly be pregnant? My periods are allways 28 days, I missed one before due to another surgery i had.,but i am now finding myself seeking sites like this one?
It has been since jan 20 I had a period I am 49years old and didnt know that this was possible. thanks for any insight
March 17th, 2011 at 12:55 pm
Kathy
Pregnancy is always possible. Take a pregnancy test. If it is negative it is likely peri-menopausal bleeding and you should discuss this with your doctor.
March 23rd, 2011 at 10:43 pm
Hi. I had my tubal april of 2010 after my 4th c-section. I am 5 days late and when I took a pregnancy test it had a faint line that you can barely see ,so I got another and it was neg. Am I crazy or pregnant? Please help
March 24th, 2011 at 7:20 am
It is hard to say. You could have been pregnant or the test was read wrong. Sometimes if you let them sit for a long time you can start to see faint lines.
March 29th, 2011 at 10:35 am
Just found out last night that I am 5 weeks 2 days pregnant after having my tubes tied Feb 2010. Here it is March 2011 and I am pregnant again with number 4!! Lord save me!! I have a 3, 2, and 1 year old. What am I going to do!?!?! Went to the ER immediately and it is intra-unterine and not tubal, so a viable pregnancy. JEEZ!!!
March 29th, 2011 at 11:36 am
Hi–
I’ve had my tubes tied since 1997 and have had a normal period on time every month since…I recently had unprotected sex and now I’m about 3 days late with dizziness and nausea, is it possible that I can be pregnant. I’ve also been more tired than usual and feelings of fullness in my breast.
March 29th, 2011 at 1:26 pm
Lee – It seems very unlikely that you would become pregnant 12 years after having your tubes tied. But if you are in doubt, why don’t you just run a home pregnancy test?
April 4th, 2011 at 12:41 pm
I had a tubal (cut and tied) one year ago, I found out that I was pregnant 3 months ago(btw I am 30 years old), it was in my uterus but the baby never developed and I had a missed miscarriage…My question is this , when seeing my doctor (not the one who performed the procedure) she said that my tubes are fully functioning and it is like I never had the procedure, that I healed myself. I had two ultrasounds performed, is it possible to know this just by ultrasound? Also, as i have had four other pregnancies and four healthy babies, am I more likely to have a miscarriage again if I was to become pregnant again?
April 4th, 2011 at 1:28 pm
Ultrasound is not good for evaluating the tubes. If you had a tubal ligation then you have an abnormal connection and you have a higher chance of having a ectopic pregnancy which each pregnancy. If you do get pregnant and it is in your uterus then every pregnancy has a 1 out of 10 chance of miscarriage.
April 6th, 2011 at 4:54 pm
I had a tubal ligation back in 01. Since then i have had issues with severe cramps, heavey bleeding, and i have had cyst over the years . Now for the past two and half months, i have only had my period for like 3 days, and it is not heavey at all, and after the 3 days, i will have spotting of a brown color blood…but does not happen much only when i go to the bathroom. I have been feeling very tired, and i go to the bathroom all the time, and i feel funny , and i have been very emontional and i feel sick alot and my boobs hurt and i have tingleing in my nipples.. i have asked the doctor that did my tubal ligation what he did , and the only answer i get is that i can never get pregnant again, that it is impossible. I have thought about have a reversal done, but can not afford it and after i have talked about it with my soon to be husband, we have 6 kids all together, but if it were to happen we are ok with it. I guess i am just wondering what is going on with me at this point, because for almost 3 months i feel like i am pregnant again, and with my 4 kids , i never found out until 4 months, as i had a light period for the first four months with them all.
April 22nd, 2011 at 4:17 pm
hei im evelyn 28 yrs old i’ve been ligated last nov, 18, 2004 pomeroy ligation since then i didnt get pregnant but now i feel so strange because my breast is sore , im delayed 2 weeks and feel nausea and headache. i really want to get pregnant again pls tell me if its possible that im preggy thank you so muc:-)
April 22nd, 2011 at 4:29 pm
Evelyn – A home pregnancy test will let you know if you are pregnant. If so, you should see your local doctor. If you are not and want to become pregnant, then you should have your Pomeroy tubal ligation reversed.
April 30th, 2011 at 1:55 pm
Hi I had a tubal ligation in 05 after my last child I have never missed a period now I’ve been having breast tenderness and my last period was march 19 I’m 11 days late and my period never misses I took 2 pregnancy tests both resulted negative I have been cramping but not a spot of blood I’m not sure if its too soon for a positive result but this feeling is way too familiar I dont know what to do please help with some advice thanks
May 10th, 2011 at 12:38 am
Hi I had tubal-ligation done in 2007. My period did start off at being in the middle of the month and than at the end my last period was March 31 I don’t know if its a such thing as getting your tubes clip,tied and burn if so I think thats what I got but i’m worried about today is May 10 and I haven’t had a period is that normal.
May 10th, 2011 at 7:17 am
You should see your doctor for hormone testing and anovulation.
May 10th, 2011 at 7:18 am
You should talk a pregnancy test and if it is positive see your doctor right away. If it is negative you should see your doctor for hormone testing and anovulation.
May 15th, 2011 at 9:50 pm
Dr berger,
I had my tubal ligation corterization 3 spots of my tubes as well as them cut what are the direct chances of failure, 3 pregnancy tests later are negative yet servere pain since it was done, just recently spot bleeding negative tests, and nausia. Probability of failure of doctor nichol’s says no failure on record to date. Have had symptoms before but not this bad, spot bleeding last week however since my menstrol is almost always heavy this was concidered spot bleeding. Constant tired with nausia points to pregnancy however stomach is soft, yet fluttering in stomach and movement which could be intestanal movement. Not first pregnancy have had 2 children before tubal ligation. Any clues as to if this is indeed a pregnancy? If so it’s been a month how long before an ept test with show positive results. Any help appreciateive.
May 16th, 2011 at 3:52 am
Sheila – With 3 negative pregnancy tests, it does not appear you are pregnant. A home pregnancy test will become positive by 2 weeks after ovulation.
May 19th, 2011 at 5:37 pm
Had my Tubal done November of 2010 and have missed a period by about 8 days. I got all neg. pregnancy test so far so I call my doctor or just wait it out. I am pretty sure they cut and burnned my tubes. The only other symptoms are a little crampy in my stomach like im pre-menstral. Any advice???
May 30th, 2011 at 9:54 am
I had my Tubal done 3 years ago and my last period was sometime in march my preg test came up negative. Recently i’ve started to have pregnancy symptoms like being sick and heartburn what should i do ???
May 30th, 2011 at 8:08 pm
I had my tubes ties in 07 after having twins. It was the first c-sections I have had. My other 3 children were vaginal. I have since always had left lower side pain before I have my periods, i think it is my left ovary that always hurts. I had my last period in April around the 12th and have not had my period since. I have been so tired for like the past couple weeks and felt sick in the mornings, and I am scared as that is how I felt when I was pregnant with my twins, what should i do?
May 30th, 2011 at 8:26 pm
Eva
Take a pregnancy test and if it is positive see your doctor as soon as possible because pregnancy is always possible even with tied tubes.
June 1st, 2011 at 9:41 am
I had a tubal done January of 2003. I am 30 almost 31 and have 3 kids. I got pregnant on the depo shot with my first son then my second son I was on the pill and trust me I took it faithfully. After my 3rd son I had a tubal ligation 3 days after I had him. Now 8 years later I am feeling pregnant. My last period was different than normal. My breasts are bigger than what they were like a whole cup size and they feel heavy. I have a baby bump. I have never been over 100 pounds since I had my kids and now I am packing on weight left and right. I took a HPT and it came back negative. Not sure if I took it too soon or am I really not pregnant? Please help. Devon
June 1st, 2011 at 9:42 am
If the pregnancy test is negative then you are likely not pregnant. Always repeat the test in 1 to 2 weeks if your period does not come or is not normal. Pregnancy is always possible.
June 1st, 2011 at 2:45 pm
i had a Bilateral tubal ligation in Nov 2009 after a C-section of my 4th child . all my 4 children were through c-section . i have had normal periods and my last period was normal however am 2 days late , i have feel sick , nausea, fatigue headache when i visited my doctor he diagnosed a UTI and anemia am currently on an antibiotic and iron tablets but the symptoms have persisted . Am too scared to take a pregnancy test because i just can not stand seeing a positive test. what advice do you give me
June 1st, 2011 at 5:41 pm
Anne – If you are concerned about the possibility of pregnancy, then run a pregnancy test.
June 2nd, 2011 at 5:33 am
hi, i had 3c-sections with my last one june 14th 2002. i will b 35 yrs.old june 30th and i have never ever missed my period unless i was pregnant. other than that i never missed one. my periods may switch up what time of the month they come on but always come on. since 2002 i have not missed one month but may i just missed the whole month and am cramping. i’m really scared cuz i dont wanna be pregnant. my tubes were cut, tied, and burnt so is it possible i could be pregnant since this is the first period i’ve missed in 9 years?
June 2nd, 2011 at 7:14 am
Candace
Pregnancy is always possible and you should take a pregnancy test to make sure.
June 2nd, 2011 at 6:04 pm
I had my tubes tied in 2003 and now I’m feeling like I have butterflies in my stomach, right at the bottom and I know how it feels to be pregnant, could it be I’m pregnant?
June 2nd, 2011 at 6:11 pm
It is unlikely that you would become pregnant 8 years after having your tubes tied, but if you are worried about it then you should run a home pregnancy test.
June 3rd, 2011 at 9:39 pm
I have 4 beautiful healthy children. After my 4th c section in September, I had my tubes tied and burned. I was not prepared for the instant regret and sadness that i won’t be able to have any more babies. I got my tubes done because i thought it might be too risky to have a 5th c section. (Even though I have always wanted to have a large family) Should i even look into getting the tubal reversal or is it really just too risky to have 5 c sections?
June 3rd, 2011 at 10:54 pm
Beth – If you are healthy, having another c-section should not be any more risky than the last time your were pregnant.
June 7th, 2011 at 3:12 pm
I just turned 39 yrs old and regretting my tubal ligation. (after c-sec 1997) I have been on many sites and found that my chances are VERY slim if at all possible to become pregnant, even after reversal. I recently had several pregnancy symptoms and started to question whether I was pregnant, only to find I had/have a cyst on my right ovary. I have also seen comments that Chapel Hill would be my best bet. Without operative reports in hand, generally what is the probability of a viable pregnancy after tubal reversal?
June 7th, 2011 at 5:18 pm
Michelle – Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center is certainly your best option to become pregnant again. The overall pregnancy rate here is 70%. Look at this page to see the probability of a viable pregnancy – it shows the pregnancy outcomes for our patients in terms of live births, miscarriages, and ectopic pregnancy – http://press.tubal-reversal.net/2009/tubal-reversal-pregnancy-report-2009-pregnancy_outcomes.html. These are the most accurate and complete statistics anywhere in the world about the results of tubal ligation reversal surgery.
June 9th, 2011 at 12:11 pm
I am 35 years old and had a tubal ligation 14 years ago,after my 3rd child, i am 10 days late , i am always on time , took a HPT and was neg. any tips on what i should do next, not been looking for any other symptoms.
June 12th, 2011 at 12:45 am
I had a tubal in September of 08… Now my breast are extremely sore and I’m always sleepy. I have shortness of breath and lower back pains…could this be a sign of pregnancy?
June 12th, 2011 at 2:20 am
Monique – These could be symptoms of pregnancy. When in doubt, run a pregnancy test.
June 16th, 2011 at 7:44 pm
I am 34 and had a tubal ligation in 2004. My period is a week late. I took a pregnancy test 2 days ago but it came back negative. I have not had any of my normal pms symptoms. How long should I wait before seeing the doctor?
June 16th, 2011 at 7:49 pm
Tracy – It is not unusual to have a long cycle once in a while. As long as your pregnancy testing remains negative, your period will come eventually. If repeat testing shows a positive pregnancy test, then you should contact your doctor at that time.
June 21st, 2011 at 12:02 am
hello im a 25 yr had a tubal of some sort not sure which one…i had this done oct2006 but now im having dizzines i become very tiered quickly no period since May doctor what do you think my last 2 pregnancy’s i found when i was almost 4months due to alot of neg home test and dr.test! what do you think i should do or whats your opinion on the rates of me been able nto get pregnant ?
June 21st, 2011 at 4:26 am
Dee – Please fax a copy of your tubal ligation operative report to Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center for Dr. Monteith or me to review. You can have it sent to us by using the Medical Records Release Form. At age 25, the chances of being able to get pregnant again after tubal ligation reversal should be extremely high.
June 26th, 2011 at 11:06 am
I had tubal cut ligation 2010 just a year ago. What are the chances of getting pregnant? My period became less than 3 days which only happened after ligation and blood is not that heavy plus i feel my arms and body bloated from time to time specially a week before my period. Iam 32 years old with 5 kids. Please advice. thanks
June 26th, 2011 at 11:10 am
Just a follow up on my situation, being bloated and dizzy every before my period always gives me a hunch that im pregnat. I am getting paranoid. I dont want another baby my youngest is just a year old. Are this side effects normal? i wanted to know the chances that i can be pregnant even with tubal cut ligation so i can do another safety measures. Please help… Thanks
June 26th, 2011 at 4:04 pm
Pregnancy is always possible and you can take a pregnancy test which will let you know. The chance of pregnancy after a tubal ligation is about 1-2 per 100 women.
June 30th, 2011 at 1:37 pm
I had a tubal in october of 2010. After, my periods were very heavy but regular. well I haven’t had a period in almost two months. Having period symptoms but no period. I took a home pregnancy test and it was negative. Could I be pregnant? When I became pregnant with my last child I had a Mirena for almost two yrs. I was about 21 weeks before I knew that I was even pregnant. Never had pregnancy symptoms. Just period symptoms with no period. Feeling the same way again.
June 30th, 2011 at 3:40 pm
Crissy – It is unlikely that you are pregnant since your pregnancy test is negative.
June 30th, 2011 at 3:55 pm
My last period started off by spotting for two days (May 28 and 29) and then was normal. My periods happen about every 224 days or so. I should have had a period by now. On June 25, 26, 27 and 28, I had spotting. Very light and brown in color. I had a tubal 6 years ago. Is it possible that after 6 years I could get pregnant? I just turned 40. Is that too early to be pre-menopausal? I haven’t done a home test yet as I think this is just a freak event. Suggestions?
June 30th, 2011 at 4:04 pm
Terri – It does sound as if you are peri-menopausal. You might ask your doctor to perform an FSH assay. If it is elevated, this is consistent with peri-menopause as the reason for your very infrequent and abnormal periods.
June 30th, 2011 at 4:36 pm
Dr. Berger… Is it possible I could be going through early onset menopause? Im about to turn 32. If not what could be causing this?
June 30th, 2011 at 5:40 pm
Crissy – It is possible. If your FSH level is elevated it points in the direction of premature menopause. However, there are other more common reasons for infrequent periods in someone your age so a medical evaluation is in order. You should contact your doctor about this.
July 1st, 2011 at 10:20 am
I am 33 yrs old & I had my tubligation back in 2006 due to a high risk pregnancy. I am exactly a month late due for my cycle, in which it was suppose to have came on on May 01. I am having strange cravings. Feeling tired all the time, breast are bigger & sore a lot, I also have colostrum in my left breast & nausea. However, I did take 2 home test 2 weeks ago & both was negative. I also have started back exercising. Could this be the reason for a delay with my cycle? I do not want anymore kids.
July 1st, 2011 at 7:56 pm
Renee
You should see your doctor to have hormonal tests run. You could have a hormonal imbalance.
July 3rd, 2011 at 3:37 pm
I am 38 years old.I have a 19 & 21 year old. I had my tubes tied & burned on Feb. 9th 2001. What are my chances of becoming pregnant without any tubal reversal surgery?
July 3rd, 2011 at 3:41 pm
S.Brown – You haven’t become pregnant in 10 years after your tubal ligation. The chance of a failed procedure and then pregnancy is close to 0.
July 6th, 2011 at 8:20 am
i had two tubal ligations because the first one failed and i got pregnant 9 months later after my first surgery. The doctors who performed my second tubal said that there was no mistake made during the first surgery so they are confused as how it happened. my baby is now 3 1/2 years old and im wondering if it can happen again?
July 6th, 2011 at 12:35 pm
Amy
No tubal ligation is 100% and pregnancy is always remotely possible.
July 8th, 2011 at 6:40 pm
Had tubal ligation with Hulka clips in August 08 at 24 years old. I now believe I am pregnant. My period is a week late, cramps, low back pain, & breast tenderness. Also breaking out. Is pregnancy even a possibility or am I just “late”??
July 8th, 2011 at 7:26 pm
Erica Hill – Performing a pregnancy test will answer your question.
July 13th, 2011 at 9:47 pm
lm 41 had my tubal in 2006 me and my husband want to have one more baby i have no health problems is it to late for us would a reversal be a wise choice for us
July 13th, 2011 at 10:05 pm
Vickie
Tubal reversal would be a good option for you to become pregnant again. It is more difficult to become pregnant after the age of 40 but most of our patients are able to become pregnant before the age of 43.
July 22nd, 2011 at 11:31 am
after having my last daughter 5 years ago i had a tubal done b/c of high risk pregnacy..i am now 2 weeks late with servre cramps and low back pain… me and my husband would love another child..before i run out and buy a test could this be happening could all of our dreams finally be coming true…im just so scared od disappointment….could thier be a bun in the oven???
July 22nd, 2011 at 4:42 pm
Always take a pregnancy test to make sure but more commonly you will have a hormonal abnormality. If you are pregnant see your doctor ASAP to make sure you do not have a tubal pregnancy.
July 22nd, 2011 at 5:28 pm
What is the type of tubal ligation where they partially remove part of your tube? Is it possible to come back together? Is it possible to get pregnant again? I had a tubal in Jan. of 2007. I am so exhausted and energyless for about 2 weeks now and crave strange food combinations. Is it possible?
July 22nd, 2011 at 5:40 pm
April – You had a ligation/resection method of sterilization, most commonly the Pomeroy procedure. Although it is possible that you could get pregnant without having a tubal reversal procedure the chances are only about 1% and there would be a very high risk of ectopic pregnancy.
July 23rd, 2011 at 5:28 am
I had my tubes tied in 04 im now 31 ive been noticing changes in my period last month like spotting 2 days before my cycle an my cycle only last about three days this month my period came on the 12th an it last for three days now im spottin again 14 days later with feelings of nausea unexplain weight gain an frequent uraination an lower back pain
July 24th, 2011 at 4:02 pm
I had my tubes clamped 14 years ago…I have been having tiredness, cramping ( just got over a 3 day light period ) heartburn, twitching in my stomach, a heavy feeling in my stomach, weight gain and back pain. Could it really be possible that I am pregnant?? Really? i heard the clamps are not that good after 10 years.
July 24th, 2011 at 5:00 pm
Our neighbor lady got her tubes tied & then ended up getting PG with her 16 year old. It does happen! I went to the hospital not feeling well about 3 weeks ago & the nurse & doctor both asked me if there was a chance that I was pregnant…Having my tubes tied I just looked at the doctor and said I don’t think I am but if I am I am & it is what it is (since we are planning on having a TR). The doctor ran both a blood and urine PG test which was negative. Come to find out I had a Kidney infection though…
July 25th, 2011 at 8:24 am
I have a tubeligation in 2004, and i am HIV positive too, now i have some pregnant symptoms, e,g cramps, tiredness and sweating at night, iwas using contraceptive depo. is that true that im pregnant im very scared. what can ido now.
July 25th, 2011 at 9:02 am
Pregnancy is possible. Take a pregnancy test and if positive you need to see your doctor as soon as possible.
July 25th, 2011 at 3:01 pm
I am going to be 29yrs next week and had my Tubes Cut and Burned in August 12,2005 after my twins were bornby my 2nd c-section 10 1/2 months after my 1st one. I have been having preog symtoms the past month or so now, when I have always had a regular period since my kids were born and didnt this month I was asking myself “is this possible, can I be pregnant?” I have done 3 pregnancy test and all of them have come out partialy positive. The positive is like I took the test to soon. Am I going crazy here that almost 6 yrs later I could be pregnant again????
July 25th, 2011 at 4:44 pm
MrsRenee – It would be best to have your doctor perform a serum pregnancy (HCG) test since it is more sensitive and accurate than the urine home pregnancy tests.
July 25th, 2011 at 5:37 pm
I have a Dr appt. for this Thursday @ 10:00 am. I would be exstatic if I am, do to regreting the tubal lygation since 2 weeks after it got done. My husband waasn’t to disappointed when I told him either even with having our 4 beautiful children now. Thank you so much for your insight.
July 25th, 2011 at 7:23 pm
I had a bilateral partial salpingectomy in 09′. The fallopian specimen consists of 1.5×0.5 and 1×0.6cm. Is there any possible way that my tubes can reconnect? I am wanting to have a tubal reversal done can you tell me how much it is? and do yall do financing?
July 25th, 2011 at 8:26 pm
Kendra
Your tubal ligation would be very excellent for reversing because of the small segments removed. The tubes will not reconnect. The chance of getting pregnant after a tubal ligation is 1 to 2 for every 100 women and many of these will be tubal pregnancies. Reversal is your best chance. We do not offer financing but we do have a pre-payment account.
July 25th, 2011 at 11:27 pm
I had the filshie clips put on a few years ago and I was wanting to know what happens to them over the years? I read that it crushes the least amount of tube. Do the clips stay on forever or do they eventually get absorbed in the body?
July 26th, 2011 at 5:48 am
Megan – The clips are metal and do not get absorbed by the body.
July 28th, 2011 at 8:11 pm
I was married to my high school sweet heart we had two kids by time I was twenty three he didn’t want any more and made ke get my tubes tied when I tired twenty seven he was killed in a car accident I’m now 31 and engages to b married and he has no kids and we like to have kids together both my kids were both born by csection and my tubes were tied during the c section when I was twenty three what r my chances of having a susesssful pregnancy with out uniting my tubes and if need what would it cost me to get my tubes untied
July 29th, 2011 at 7:29 am
Melissa – See Tubal Reversal Cost. If you have questions, you can speak with a nurse at (919) 968-4656.
July 31st, 2011 at 10:54 pm
Hi Dr Berger:
I had a tubal ligation 6 years ago after the birth of my fourth child and I was wondering if i can still get pregnant I have been have flutter in my stomach and milk coming out of my breast, trouble breathing can you please get back to me
August 1st, 2011 at 1:41 pm
Latashey
Pregnancy is always possible but not very likely if you have had a tubal ligation. Take a pregnancy test and if positive you need to see your doctor for evaluation.
August 3rd, 2011 at 9:49 am
I had a tubal ligation-cut&tied-in July 07 after our 3rd child. In May of this year I found out I was preg, only to miscarry a week later. (I was 5 weeks) Dr said I should take birth control so waited for my period to start and it never came! Took preg test and it was positive. Dr had ultrasounds done, and at 6 weeks there still was no fetal pole/heart beat. Had another u/s scheduled for this friday, but I miscarried last weekend(at 7 weeks). I don’t want to go through this pain of loosing another child again, what are the odds of miscarying again if I get preg again…And why are the odds increased for miscarriage?
August 3rd, 2011 at 12:53 pm
Olivia
Your doctor will have all of your records and is the best person to answer your questions. Many of the pregnancies after tubal ligation are actually in the fallopian tubes and can sometimes be mistaken for a miscarriage. It really depends on what the ultrasound showed.
August 4th, 2011 at 5:48 pm
I want to be sure that my tubal ligation has been done perfectly. Is it any way?
August 4th, 2011 at 8:30 pm
Linda
You will have to speak with your doctor about this but the tubal clips give a really good result during a tubal ligation procedure.
August 7th, 2011 at 1:03 pm
I had my tubal ligation done on april , 2007, 6 hours after my third baby. Since my tubal i have a number of problems with ovarian cysts and endometriosos. I have had two surgerys in the past two years for these problems and the last one was done on June9,2011 and I had some bleeding for about 5 days and have had no periods since then. After my first surgery for the same thing everything was normal. What could be the reason for this and could i be pregnant?
August 7th, 2011 at 6:46 pm
Pregnancy is always possible but not likely…most often patients are having annovulation and will need to see their doctor for evaluation and hormonal test.
August 7th, 2011 at 9:58 pm
I am 45 yrs, I know I had my tubes cut,burned,tied in 2004 and as of June 2011 had my last period and I haven’t had one in July and still waiting in Aug.2011. I have had really long heavy periods after having my tubes tied. I have been urinated alot, but no other symptoms have occurred. I am walking alot and eating right. I am just concerned and worried.
August 8th, 2011 at 1:59 am
I have had my tubes clamped almost 34 years ago. But I have missed two periods and soon to miss a third. I feel pretty normal as I did through my other pregnancy’s. However, my Dr. wants me to go for blood work to determine for sure. I feel that I do have some of the symptoms but I am 48 and just can’t imagine having a baby now, although, I would look at it as a blessing.
August 8th, 2011 at 9:30 am
I had a tubal with filshie clips after my son was born in 2006. I feel I was talked into it by my OB because of my anxiety with the pregnancy and due to the fact that I had a 2 year old son die in 2004. I admit that I was scared that I would loose this child too. My fear didn’t last long as I fell in love with my son every single day. However, in February 2010 my son became greatly ill with aspiration pneumonia and was in the hospital. He never came home. His pneumonia developed into a deadly condition called ARDS (acute respiratory distress syndrome) Every day sitting in a recliner by my son’s hospital bed, I prayed that God would spare my son’s life. God had other plans for my 3 year old son. On March 10, 2010 I had to make the aweful decision to stop all medical interventions and let my son go. I held him as his heart stopped and he joined his brother in Heaven. Now my husband and I are left empty handed and I fear my womb will never hold a baby again because of my stupid decision to have a tubal. We continue to pray for a miracle (I believe in miracles) that I would feel baby kicks in my stomach again. We can not afford a tubal reversal, nor a trip to a clinic/hospital for the procedure. I want to ask for prayers that it would be God’s will for us to have another baby. I had promised my son Gabriel that he would be a BIG brother. He may not have understood that promise, but I do. Thank you. And I enjoyed reading everyone’s testimonies regarding pregnancy after tubal ligation.
August 8th, 2011 at 2:07 pm
Veronica
We are saddened by the loss of your son. You should also realize that tubal clip reversal provides the highest pregnancy success rate. The chance of pregnancy after reversal of clips is 75%. Many of our patients are able to afford reversal surgery by using our prepayment plan.
August 12th, 2011 at 11:16 am
I am 37 years old and I’ve had 4 c-sections. I was scared into a tubal ligation even though I really didn’t feel as though I was finished having children. I regret it daily. I am seriously considering a reversal A.S.A.P. I have been warned of uterine rupture due to previous scars. Would a reversal and 5th c-section be too dangerous? Thank you for your help!
August 12th, 2011 at 11:42 am
Sheri
Two things to be aware of: reversal risk and pregnancy risk. With multiple c-sections the risk of having scar tissue increases. You could have scar tissue which could make one or both tubes difficult to repair. Most patients will be able to have both tubes repaired without difficulty. With increasing c-sections the risk of pregnancy does increase but most patients will not have a complicated pregnancy or c-section.
August 12th, 2011 at 12:45 pm
Thank you Dr. Monteith! Is there an option to have an ultrasound to confirm how much scar tissue my ovaries have? I have sent my med./ surg. records and pathology to your office if you had a chance to view them what percentage would you have given me for successful pregnancy after reversal? If I do this reversal is it the same type of recovery as a c-section? OUCH! Thank you Dr. for your time!
August 12th, 2011 at 2:45 pm
Under the age of 40 your chance of pregnancy would be 70%. Our tubal reversal incisions are smaller than c-section incisions and most people recover faster than when they had a csection. There is no imaging test which can see scar tissue. Scar tissue can only be confirmed at the time of surgery.
August 12th, 2011 at 4:53 pm
I had a tubal done in December of 2008 immediately after giving birth. I have 3 children and all were born c-section. I am not sure of the procedure that was performed but am almost positive they were just tied. I have not had any problems up until now, my periods were always regular. I have not had a period since June 2011 but do not have any symptoms of pregnancy. Could I very well be pregnant or could something else be wrong?
August 12th, 2011 at 4:59 pm
Diane
You could be pregnant or have a hormonal imbalance. You should take a pregnancy test and also see your doctor.
August 15th, 2011 at 10:03 am
I am 12 days late on my period, i am usually very regular i had my tubes tied in 2001..My breasts are sore and i just feel really fatigued, no morning sickness though..Should i see a Doctor? Could i possibly be pregnant?
August 15th, 2011 at 1:41 pm
Pregnancy is always possible after a tubal ligation and very often it is an ectopic pregnancy.
August 16th, 2011 at 12:16 am
I had my tubes tied after my 2nd baby now I’ve divorced and remarried now my husband has no kids but wants then. What are out options? And what does it usually cost to have it done thanks Nichole.from Mississippi
August 16th, 2011 at 6:24 am
Nichole
Your options to have more children after a tubal ligation are tubal reversal which costs $5900 at our facility and gives you a 60-70% chance of becoming pregnant, in-vitro fertilization which costs $12,000 for each cycle and an average chance of 35% for each cycle, or adoption. Please watch our video: Tubal Reversal Or IVF: Which Is Better?
August 17th, 2011 at 6:01 pm
Hi I just turned 29yrs old, I had a tubal ligation in April of 2007 after my third c-section. My post-op report reads L & R FT Segmental Resection: – Complete cross section of histologically unremarkable fallopian tube identified. It states that each tube was approximately 8mm in length, as well as, 8mm in diameter, Ive been having pregnancy symptoms lately and do plan on testing soon, however, I’m just wondering what the chances of getting pregnant would be if any? From what I understand (I could be wrong), this is a very minimal amount that was taken. The doctor who performed the surgery assured that this was a permanent irreversible procedure?? Please help
August 17th, 2011 at 6:36 pm
Nichole
Tubal ligations should be considered permanent and irreversible but they are not. The chance of pregnancy after any tubal ligation is about 1-2 per 100 women. If you want to get pregnant again a reversal would be a great option for you because of the small amount of tube removed. Your chances of pregnancy after tubal reversal would be excellent…approximately 70-80%.
August 20th, 2011 at 5:19 pm
Hello, I am 26 and had my tubes clamped in 2008. what are the failure rates? I have been reconsidering having another child though I know I should not base it on failure rate. I am a bit scared on what choice to make. I have visited my ob gym for persistent cramps that ive have for the past months, could this be linked to my surgery? could something have gone wrong and now is hurting me? i am a little concerned but am a little shy to ask.
August 21st, 2011 at 12:55 pm
YRey – The failure rate (unintended pregnancy) after tubal clip sterilization is about 1%. The success in reversing clip (clamp) sterilization at your age is over 90% when performed at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center.
August 21st, 2011 at 2:59 pm
I had a tubal ligation in 08 with a following of a second c-section and after that i had periods like crazy light and then heavy and after that i been getting it on and off 1 month yes and the second month nothing, and pains like pregnancy symptoms like crazy back pains, headaches, and many more cramps in my pelvic area and i took a preg test three times, two at home and 1 at the doctors and it all came up neg and haven’t taken a blood work as yet but i’m still having pains like crazy every month, and i am going too see my doctor on the 30 of this month but moving in sept 3 too up florida and still have these everyday pains what should i do and i got two girls ages 5 and 3 both are girls and my husband has 3 older boys but he don’t want anymore kids but i want another boy and i keep dreaming every other night about another kid should i worry that i might be pregnant or not. I am really scared big time that i am.
August 25th, 2011 at 9:48 am
Hi there! I had my tubes tied the day after my 3rd daughter was born in 2008. I’ve had normal to light 5 day periods ever since on the 19th like clockwork. This month ‘felt’ different. My breasts have been very tender, been very snappy (sorry girls), extremely tired etc…on the 16th, I tested with 3 positive EPT tests, but then on the 18th I had 2 negative clear blue hpt. It is now the 25th, I still have no period, no spotting at all, all the same pregnancy symptoms…I’m so confused! I’d love to have another baby (boy) but am I getting excited over nothing? Advice please!!! -Amanda
August 25th, 2011 at 12:34 pm
Amanda
Take a pregnancy test and if you are pregnant see your doctor right away because you could have a tubal ligation failure and an ectopic pregnancy.
August 25th, 2011 at 1:42 pm
I am 25 and had my tubes cut, burned, and tied. What is the chances of me getting pregnant with a tubal reversal?
August 25th, 2011 at 2:29 pm
Kayla – At your age, your chances of getting pregnant after tubal reversal when performed at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center are over 90%.
August 25th, 2011 at 5:39 pm
Thank you for responding, I took a cheapy dollar hpt this afternoon and had a faint pink positive that as the day has progressed has turned darker. I’m going to er tomorrow to see if they can help, I wont have health insurance until I have a confirmed pregnancy. I’m praying that its not ectopic as that would just break my heart, but I’ve read that the chances are high. Ill let yall know what I find out tomorrow at er…if this is ectopic could I still have a reversal later on? I’m 24 currently and really hoping this one found its way lol!
August 25th, 2011 at 6:38 pm
Amanda
A reversal would offer you the best chance at becoming pregnant naturally and in your uterus.
August 28th, 2011 at 1:33 am
I had my tubes tied after my second C-Section, 12yrs ago. I am now 35 and in a very healthy relationship and I would love to have another child. Problem? My Tubal Ligation was performed in Puerto Rico and even though I have asked, I cannot receive my surgical report on it. What, then, would I need to do in order to have a reversal? I honestly have no idea what type of ligation did they exactly perform.
August 28th, 2011 at 6:38 am
Dana – You can start the reversal operation with screening laparoscopy to be 100% certain that your tubes can be repaired. If you have questions about this, speak with a tubal reversal nurse at (919) 968-4656.
August 29th, 2011 at 10:04 pm
I had a tubal 6 years ago. I have been extremely nauseous every day at the same time in the evening for the past month. My period is not due until the 4th, but for the last 6 months I have had 2 periods a month with heavy flow. This month I had one short period. I am 34. Hopefully I will find out what is wrong soon.
August 30th, 2011 at 6:11 pm
I had a tubal ligation(clip), 10 years ago, my period came in about eight days earlier, and I have been feeling weird since. Sore breast, and feel like i am pregnant. Is it a possibility that i am? I’m already 39 years old.im scared
September 1st, 2011 at 8:09 pm
hello i am 49 in a month back in june 2011 was my last period ive missed my period july and aug 2011 and still waitn since this time my lower back is been hurting and my breast are swollen and very much painful to even bump into back in 1985 i had twins and a tubal ligation cut and tied the preceeding doctor did advise that the tubal ligation was only garenteed up to 5yrs could i finally be pregrant and they came undone and grew back together or can something else be worng test came out neg but cud be to early and or im on alot of medications and can cause a misreading ive been late before but within the same month it came on but this time im two months late with severe tenderness in both breast and swelling and lower back ace ?we have been hopinhg a baby of our own we been married now 8yrs and been parying is there a chance this could happen and what are my risks good or bad outcome considering my age
September 2nd, 2011 at 12:30 pm
Hi,
I had my tubes cauterized (burned) in 2007 (I was 24) after my son was born, and I have always had irrregular periods..I can go two or three months without one. I haven’t had a period since April and are wondering if it is possible to become pregnant? And if the chances are lower for success if a reversal is done? I am now 28 and have had weight gain since the tubal was done and just feel crappy overall…Would a reversal help in making me feel “normal” again…and is it considered “cosmetic” by most health insurance companies?
thanks
Amy
September 2nd, 2011 at 5:38 pm
Amy – It is very unlikely for you to become pregnant unless you have your tubes repaired. At age 28, your chances of getting pregnant after tubal reversal when performed at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center are 80%. The reason for your infrequent periods should be determined and treated to have the best success rate. This is something that we can help you with also. It is likely (but not guaranteed) that reversal surgery will help you feel normal again. Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of tubal ligation reversal, even though it is not a cosmetic procedure.
September 3rd, 2011 at 8:00 am
Hello,
Im 41 y/o, had my tubal ligation in August of ’04 after a crash section with my son. Delivery was difficult due to many, thick, abdominal adhesions. I have no idea what type of ligation was performed. I have not had a problem since. Two weeks ago, I had a period which seemed normal but only lasted 4 or so days. For the past 3 days,Ive had some brown spotting with dizziness. Since these were the same symptoms of my past two pregnancies, I took a urine hcg test. I had a faint “positive” result. Its a long weekend and my Gyn is not in the office, my question is should I wait the few days until I can reach her or should I do another urine to confirm? Im feeling like this couldnt be at all possible since I just ended my period.
September 3rd, 2011 at 8:13 am
Laura – Of course you should follow-up with your doctor. In the meantime, you could perform another home pregnancy test.
September 3rd, 2011 at 10:39 pm
Hi I’m 35 yrs old I had my Tubal done when I was 24. I have never missed a cycle until now. I have been experiencing nausea an tender breast, gained 5lbs n Jus 2 weeks an I Jus feel different. My baby Jus turned 11 this yr I’m wondering if its a possibility that I may be pregnant or Jus paranoid.
September 3rd, 2011 at 11:09 pm
Unknown – Although it seems unlikely, you might consider running a home pregnancy test.
September 5th, 2011 at 1:07 pm
im 34 yrs old.i have 3 children all of them are C-section i had my tubal ligate after my last baby (2007.can possibly be pregnant again..? what will i do to be pregnant again? i was aready divorce to my former husband.and now im married again i want to have a baby again..in test tube have a possibility to get pregnant again eventhoug you are ligated already?
September 5th, 2011 at 1:51 pm
Pauline – The best option to have another baby after tubal ligation, is tubal ligation reversal. In vitro fertilization in another option, but it is more expensive and less successful. Your best chance would be to have a tubal reversal at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. Call (919) 968-4656 if you want to talk with a Tubal Reversal Nurse about your situation.
September 5th, 2011 at 4:50 pm
i fell three or four days after my tubal ligation and now have many missed and late cycles and lots of pain during the cycle (i also have had two C-section) could the fall have something to do with that
September 7th, 2011 at 3:28 am
I haved my tubes tied its been 2 years. I ve been waking up naushes the last couple of days and been having lower back and abdomen pains.could this it be a possiablity that I might be pregnant.
September 7th, 2011 at 4:18 am
Maria – Have you performed a home pregnancy test?
September 7th, 2011 at 1:35 pm
Whats the cost for a tubal litagation reversal?
September 7th, 2011 at 3:14 pm
I had my tubal ligation 6 yrs ago when I had a c-section to deliver my 3 child… I made that decision because I didn’t think I would ever leave my husband… Well I did (domestic violence) and now I have a wonderful husband… The thing is he doesn’t have children of his own but he is amazing with my 3… A few nights ago while laying in bed I felt a discomfort in my abdomen (i thought it was gas) I placed my hand near the right side of my abdomen and felt a pulse! Of course after having a tubal I thought I was crazy so without telling them what I felt I asked my husband and my 13 yr old son to feel and they both told me it felt like a little heart beat…now I’m worried that I may be pregnant… Is it possible to feel the heart beat of a baby?
September 7th, 2011 at 4:33 pm
Evie – Click on the link in your message or see the response I just posts to “Anonymos”.
September 7th, 2011 at 4:37 pm
Jennifer – Most likely you were feeling the pulse from your own artery – it is unlikely that you could feel the heart beat of a baby.
September 7th, 2011 at 9:56 pm
I had a tubal in Oct of 08′ since then I have not experienced anything. Within the last 3 weeks I have had stomach pain, inability to keep food down, as well as several other signs that for me are a dead give away. I am 26, an worried that my doc did something wrong, as I haven’t had a period for awhile. Im currently in the military and have heard several things bad about military doctors. My fiance has heart disease and I really don’t want to stress him out if I am. I have done one home test about 2 weeks ago. I don’t have a doctor appt for another 2 weeks, should I be concerned or am I worrying myself?
September 8th, 2011 at 12:33 am
Dee – Check another home pregnancy test. If it is still negative, a tubal pregnancy is not likely as the cause of your symptoms.
September 8th, 2011 at 10:51 am
hi there i have had 4 c-sections last one i had was very scary as i started hemorrhaging in the recovery room, and had to be given meds to make my uterus contract and stop the bleeding. i very much dread to have another c-section, and have been medically advised not to. my husband is having a vasectomy later this month, but after reading all the pregnancies after vasectomy stories, i also want to have a tubelagation just to be on the safe side which tubal ligation procedure would you recommend. note that i have scar tissue from my previous 4 c-sections. any recommendations will be very helpful thanks!!
September 8th, 2011 at 10:57 am
Luisa
A vasectomy would be the best option. If you also want a sterilization procedure the Essure procedure would be safe for you.
September 9th, 2011 at 6:20 am
I had a tubal ligation 11 years ago. I’m not sure the procedure, but she “cut and cauterized” in 3 places on each tube. I am now 5 days late for my period and I am getting very nervous as I am usually like clockwork, between 26-28 days exactly. I think I’m a little too young for peri-menapause (39) but I guess it’s possible. I would much rather it be that than pregnant at 40!! My kids are teenagers!! At what point do I take a pregnancy test? It just seems crazy as I type that!!
September 9th, 2011 at 6:29 am
Mendy – Anytime that your period does not start when expected and you are concerned about being pregnant, it is a good idea to run a pregnancy test.
September 10th, 2011 at 10:19 pm
Mendy!!!!!! You sound like I wrote that!!! I am in the same exact boat right now!!!!!!!!!!!!! Talk to me!!!
September 10th, 2011 at 10:21 pm
I had my tubal ligation 12 years ago when I had my 3rd child by c-section. Always like clockwork 28 days, and now 8 days late! ;( Took 2 pregnancy tests, but they both are negative. I read somewhere that negative still doesnt mean anything. I am sick to my stomach, as I just can not be pregnant now. I am going through a tough time, and even have a 21 year old!!!!!!!!! I am so scared…..what do I do? I am 44 years old.
September 11th, 2011 at 1:26 am
I am so scared now! What I’m I going to do I just had a bay in march got a tubel dr said he cut and burned my tubes but I haven’t got my period this month I had reg periods these past months and it been at the beginning of each month OMG! I’m really freaking out I can’t have this happe I really can’t handle another 1..this is why I got a tubel in the first place:(.. well its in gods hands if it is ment to be take it as a blessing right. Man I will see what happens Monday. Lord give me strength please!
September 13th, 2011 at 9:26 am
i am 23 i had a tubal in october of 09 but over the past couple of weeks i have had nasua and frequant uranation and all the other symptooms of being preganant i have had the same symptoms with all three of my other children my last period just lasted for 3 days but im scared that i may be preganant again what should i do
September 13th, 2011 at 12:07 pm
You should consult with your doctor to make sure nothing serious is happening.
September 13th, 2011 at 1:01 pm
I have been tracking my cycles for over a year now and I wrote down my symptoms to show my dr. I found out today that all of my symptoms point to PTLS (which makes sense after researching the symptoms on the internet… alot of my symptoms I did not even realize were part of it, like an electric shock feeling I often feel. I never told my dr that because it seemed to be hard for me to explain) Anyway is it possible to just have the clips removed or do I have to go ahead and have a reversal (we would like to conceive again but reversals are just not financially conceivable, whereas just getting the clips off would help relieve this pain I suffer each month) Thank you
September 13th, 2011 at 4:30 pm
Veronica – Yes, it is possible to just have the clips removed without joining the tubal segments together again.
September 15th, 2011 at 1:44 am
Hello,
I’m 34 years old and had a tubal ligation almost 10 years ago (in January) the day after I had my youngest son. Not sure what procedure was used but I believe they were only tied. Two years after I had an ovarian cyst rupture and had to have emergency surgery done and part of my right ovary removed. Since then I have not had any problems with my period. Usually comes right at the end of every month right on time. However, this month my period was 2 weeks late and I started to have those familiar pregnancy symptoms..tender breasts, nausea ect. I haven’t taken a home pregnancy test..I decided to call my doctor and have one in office and I go tomorrow afternoon. A couple of days ago I started my period but it has been unusually light..only spotty and only bleeding a little when I go to the bathroom. Could I be pregnant? Or is it something else? Wishing I knew..a little scared since I have RA and am on some medicine that wouldn’t be good for a fetus. Any insight would be appreciated. Thank you.
September 15th, 2011 at 6:10 am
Nancy
You could be pregnant or, most likely, have irregular ovulation. Your doctor should be able to help you determine the cause.
September 15th, 2011 at 2:02 pm
i got tied off in 1999 12 years ago now am marry and i would like to have a baby for my husband what could i do to make this happen i live in freeport the bahamas
September 15th, 2011 at 6:56 pm
Arnette – The best way to make this happen is to come to Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center to have your tubes untied. Call (919) 968-4656 to speak with a Tubal Reversal Nurse who can assist you.
September 16th, 2011 at 7:14 pm
i had the Essure procedure done after my second child ti only took on one side the other side stayed open 2 years later i got pregnant and lost it at 19 weeks had a tubal ligation done and 3 months later had a hystosalpingogram done to ensure closure it was confirmed by 2 physicians 1 and a half months later i get pregnant all is well up to this point i am 12 weeks along now but just dont understand what happen there has this happened to anyone else i am very happy and cant wait to hold my new little bundle of joy but im just confused as to what happen no one seems to know
September 16th, 2011 at 9:23 pm
I had a tubal location done over 11 years ago. I’m now almost 3 weeks late. Is it possible I’m pregnant? I’ve read on many websites that it is possible if you have had your tubes tied over 10 years. This would be a blessing since I’ve been thinking of reversing it to try and get pregnant. FYI, both my daughters were conceived while I was on birth control, so I was extremely fertile. Also, how much does a reversal cost? Thank you for any info.
September 16th, 2011 at 9:48 pm
Mel
Pregnancy after a tubal ligation is not common and most of them are within the tubes. Tubal reversal surgery is your best way to get pregnant if you have tied tubes and the cost at our facility is $5900.
September 19th, 2011 at 4:40 pm
Hi, i have 4 kids, but have had 5 pregnancies. i lost the first one, it was a tubal one with twins. they had to remove half my right side, and severly sacred my left side. they said i could never have kids. 3 months later im pregant, i have a girl. the day she turns 3 months old i found out im pregnant again. with the first of 3 sons. then i have another one within 2 years of the second. and have another after 2 years to the day of the 3d one. so 4 kids i had. very fertile. so i was cut, clamped, and carterazied. what is the name of that procedure called? now i seem to be having signs of a pregnancy. but ive always had ilregular periods. the ends of my breasts are so sore, almost painful, when touched. ive been having cramps, and a little back aches, and some nausaea.can i be?
September 19th, 2011 at 4:55 pm
Shannon R. – It is possible although unlikely that you could be pregnant after having tubes cut and cauterized. When in doubt, perform a home pregnancy test.
September 23rd, 2011 at 3:49 am
I have been having fluttering/ movement like sensations stomach recently and this has been occurring daily. Im 25 and mom to 6 amazing kids! The first four are twins 7yr old girls and 5 yr old boy/ girl. I’ve been on the pll and got pregnant as well as the patch. So I figured after my last child who is now 1 1/2 I’d get my tubes tied. So they were done at the time of my c-section. Well recently besides my movement sensation, i ve been extremely tired more than usual, gained weight and just not normal. I know when I’m pregnant and this is exactly the symptoms I had. But my question is how would I feel movement so soon, and what are my chances of becoming pregnant after a tubal? Now I’ve been told by three different doctor I’m very fertile
September 23rd, 2011 at 8:03 am
Nicole
Many times people experience this but they are not pregnant. You should take a pregnancy test.
September 26th, 2011 at 1:27 pm
I’m 36. I have asthma, anemia, and was recently diagnosed with Sjogrens Syndrome, RA, and Lupus. I’ve been taking a plethora of medications in attempts to manage pain the past 6 months.
I’ve had two children already. I became pregnant while on the pill, and gave birth to my son in 2002. After my daughter in 2006, I decided to get my tubes tied.
Recently, I’ve noticed unusual symptoms; gradually increasing unexplained weight gain, fluttery abdominal feelings, engorged breasts, and what I’d categorize as “weird” periods. I’ve never been regular, but roughly a 30 to 45 day schedule. For at least the last three months, my periods have been “skipping” days within the flow. Two days regular flow that suddenly stopped for 12 to 24hrs, then restarts for another 2 days or so. Last month’s was the same, but it was even shorter and lighter.
I’ve take two pregnancy tests in the last 3 months, both came back negative; one as recently as last week. My period should be arriving in the next 2 weeks or so. I plan to test again this week.
What’s the possibility that I could be pregnant but still be getting negative test results?
September 26th, 2011 at 9:44 pm
Kim
The most common reason for abnormal bleeding and skipping periods is poor ovulation. You should always take a pregnancy test to be certain you are not pregnant and you
should always consider repeating your test in one week to be certain.
September 27th, 2011 at 6:12 am
hi, i had my tubes clamped 8 years ago and would love to get pregnant again but can’t afford to have surgery, how likely is it that i could become pregnant on my own
September 27th, 2011 at 7:37 am
Lou
If your tubes have been clamped then the chance of pregnancy is less than 1% and most of those pregnancies from tuba ligation failure will be ectopic pregnancies (tubal pregnancies).
September 27th, 2011 at 10:51 am
I had my tubes cut and tied. What are the chances of failure?
September 27th, 2011 at 12:21 pm
Jenn
The chance of tubal ligation failure is less than 2%.
September 27th, 2011 at 12:47 pm
What is that for a 10 year period? Is that out of 1000 women? Can I have a back up form of birth control besides the tubal. Scared to death of becoming pregnant. What back up type of birth control would you recommend?
September 27th, 2011 at 2:12 pm
Jenn
Tubal ligation is very effective at preventing pregnant. I think you can rely on that method with a low concern for failure. Failure rates of tubal ligation are 1 or 2 women out of every 200.
I dont think you need a back method. If you really want a back up method then oral contraceptive pills of depoprovera would be excellent.
September 29th, 2011 at 12:29 am
After 3 home test which all came back negative, I decided to go to the Dr. Turns out I’m 8weeks pregnant! No explanation as to why I’m having the fluttering sensation. But this is a bitter sweet situation for me. I had my tubes tied for one reason. And it failed.. I had to share, to prove that anyone who has had a tubal is at risk!
September 29th, 2011 at 12:04 pm
Jenn
About 1-2 out of every 200 women will have a tubal ligation failure. Younger age is only important because if there is a failure you have more years and attempts to get pregnant and test the failure.
September 30th, 2011 at 1:37 am
I’m just a few weeks away from being 36. i had a tubule done 14years ago after the birth of my son.I recently got married, and my husband and i would like to have a child together I am overweigt and have diabetes. would a reversal be a safe choice for us?
September 30th, 2011 at 7:06 am
Shannon Kincaid – If your diabetes is under good control and your body mass index (BMI) is less than 35, tubal reversal would be a safe choice for you. If your BMI is 35 or more, then you need to lose weight to have the reversal procedure. Weight loss will also improve the management of your diabetes.
October 3rd, 2011 at 11:38 am
Hello… I had my tubal ligation in September 2007 (when I was 21)after the birth of my daughter. I have always had normal periods unless I was pregnant. I haven’t had a period since June and I have all of the pregnancy symptoms that I had when I was carrying my other 4 children. (nausea, dizziness, etc.) I took a hpt last week and it was negative. I made an appt with my doc for the 17th of this month. I was wondering if I should take another hpt? The unknown is killing me…
October 3rd, 2011 at 11:44 am
You probably are skipping ovulations but you should take another pregnancy test and see your doctor to be more certain.
October 3rd, 2011 at 1:33 pm
I had my tubes tied 5yrs ago after a c-section.They where cut but i do not think they where burt. My doc said there was a signifacant portion cut away and the remaining tubes tied side by side. I am 35yrs old and became pregnant with my fifth child this yr.Unfortunatley our baby had a cord accident when I was five months preg and still born 3wks ago. I am wondering what are my chances of conceiving again? I am having a test done this month to find out how functional my tubes still are. The plan was to remove the tubes completley after the birth of this child however I don’t think I want that done anymore. Also if my husband and I want to try again, although I know their is my age to consider as far as high risk of low ovulation,health issues with the baby, and also ectopic pregnancy goes, how soon can we start trying again after the loss of our last child. And what are my chances of getting pregnant again? Is it safe to take fertility pills to help with conception?
October 3rd, 2011 at 5:21 pm
Anonymous – Age 35 is not high risk for pregnancy. If you have a hysterosalpingogram (HSG), it will show if one or both tubes are open. That will determine your chances of getting pregnant again.
October 4th, 2011 at 1:26 pm
I had the Pomeroy tubal done and no burning or damage done to the ends. Also there was only the tie that was madeo to cut the loop and left the dissolvable suiters. What are the chaneces of the tubes growing back together or maybe one tube did not get covered by the scare tissue. I don’t understand the percentage rate of tubes growing back together.I have had a pregnancy since the tubal that was a normal pregnancy that was in the uterus.
October 4th, 2011 at 4:35 pm
Anonymous – It is possible that the doctor tied and cut something other than the fallopian tube. The round ligament looks like the tube and is right next to it.
October 9th, 2011 at 4:56 pm
I am 30 years old and have 4 children, I made the decision to have my tubes tied when i was pregnant with my 4th. I was in a bad relationship and thought it would be best. Now 4 1/2 years later I have the love of my life and we only dream I could get pregnant again. I was cut and burned..is it possible or do I have to look into IVF instead of a reversal. What gives us the best chance of concieving…withoout taking years…
October 9th, 2011 at 5:21 pm
Toni – Tubal reversal will give you the best chance of conceiving after tubes have been cut and burned. Our pregnancy success rates show that at age 30 after tubal coagulation, your chances of getting pregnant after tubal reversal are 74-78% at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center.
October 10th, 2011 at 8:03 am
Is it possible to be pregnant? I am 45 years old. I have a 21 year old daughter. I had a tubal in 1999. My period has always been normal. This month it is a week late, and now I have brown stringy spotting (sorry for desription) only when wiping. I am tired, have headaches, sore breats and hungry all the time. Nausea every other morning, but no vomiting. Is it really possible? I think it could be the start of menopause but my husband wants me to take a pregancy test. Any thoughts?
October 10th, 2011 at 8:30 am
It is possible but not likely.
October 11th, 2011 at 1:58 pm
I had a tubal when my youngest son was born…..I then breast fed for 8 months in which time I did not have a period. I stopped breast feeding over a month ago and have not started my period…..what are the chances of being pregnant? And if I do start, how can I know Im not bleeding cause of an ectopic pregnancy, and that its truely my period?
October 11th, 2011 at 3:19 pm
Sheb – The simplest way to find out is to run a home pregnancy test.
October 13th, 2011 at 3:04 pm
Hi i have a tubal ligation during my c-section in 07 i think that my tubes are cut and burn , but not sure. I have being regular after my tubal ligation, just several times went crazy, this is normal after a tubal ligation crazy periods?? today i have 4 days late wich is not so normal,all i want to do is sleep, my breast are not sore now but it was past week. i have 2 boys and i get my tube ligation when i was 22 now i am 26 and i regret having it!! i am with a new partener and he doesnt have kids, what are my chances of geting preagnant?? thx
October 13th, 2011 at 4:03 pm
Suheil
Your chances of pregnancy after tubal reversal are approximately 70% and your chances of pregnancy from a tubal ligation failure are less than 1%.
October 18th, 2011 at 8:01 am
You say that the tubes cannot grow back together…can you explain the difference between that and recanalization? For example, my tubes were cut and tied. Do I have to worry about recanalization?
October 18th, 2011 at 7:18 pm
Recanalization is when the inside of the tube remains open after an inadequately done tubal ligation. This is most likely to happen after a tubal coagulation procedure when the tube is not fully coagulated and the inside of the tube remains open. It could also happen when the tube is tied and the cut ends are close together or when a ring is place on the tube. Fistualization happens when the tube is closed and the ends separate and one of the ends heals with a small opening. Each process causes a tubal ligation failure and the chance of any tubal ligation failing is less than 1%. Many of these failed pregnancies will be ectopic pregnancies. Everyone who has a tubal ligation needs to be aware of the risk of failure but the chances of failure are minimal.
October 21st, 2011 at 10:07 am
Ive had my tubes tied for two years now…after my daughter was born my period stopped for 4 months in 09. Eventually my cycle began the early part of last year and throughout the year Ive had a regular periods monthly. Now im 11 days late for my period and is getting pregnancy symptoms…nauseous, extremely tired, mood swings, and even cravings. Last week I took a hpt and had negative results…still no period. My mind is going crazy! Any advice???
October 21st, 2011 at 5:57 pm
Starr – If no period in another week, repeat the pregnancy test.
October 21st, 2011 at 8:45 pm
I had a Tubal in 03 6 weeks after my baby girls was born. I had had 6 pregnancies and 3 children, My question is that I have had nausia the last 2 week and about 2 months ago I had sour breasts, all while having a my regular unregular cycle. I am heavy and have always been heavy, but the last week my stomach has become firm and I feel movement inside I have but just figured it was just my insides movin around…
I am scared to even consider being preganant again as my baby is 8 years old. CAn it be possible at 39 to be in menopause?
October 22nd, 2011 at 9:32 am
Maggs – At 39 it is unlikely to be menopause. If you are worried about being pregnant again, running a home pregnancy test is the fastest way to find out if that is the cause of your symptoms.
October 24th, 2011 at 6:36 am
I had tubal ligation in 1999 at age 21. That was 12 1/2 years ago. I found out I was pregnant Oct. 11 2011 and natural miscarriage 4 days later. My doctor thinks our baby was in my uterus. My husband and I were planning to have tubal reversal next year so this was a huge shock for us. What are my chances that I could have a normal pregnancy without having the reversal surgery?
October 24th, 2011 at 4:31 pm
Laura – If you miscarried 4 days after getting a positive pregnancy test, it is not possible to know if the pregnancy was in the uterus or not. The likelihood of having a normal pregnancy after a tubal ligation is 1% or less. After tubal reversal at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center, the pregnancy rate at age 33 is 73%. You best option is to have your tubes repaired. If you have questions you can speak with a tubal reversal nurse at (919) 968-4656.
October 24th, 2011 at 9:12 pm
I had metal put in my tubes 8 years old, can I come out pregnant. I really do want to have a baby and also can I get this reverse.
October 25th, 2011 at 8:18 am
Fallopian tubes blocked with metal clips or coils can be repaired. For information, call (919) 968-4656.
October 27th, 2011 at 7:34 am
Hi there. I had my tubes clipped 11 years ago now, and I am now 37. I would so desperately love to have a baby with my new husband, and for those who choose to believe, have been told by 3 different taro card readers, that I will have a baby girl. Now normally my periods have been on the month every month, but this time it’s different. The last 1 came only 2 weeks after the 1 before it, normally they are 3-4 days long, but this was 7. And now only 2 weeks after that one, I find myself very tired, yet unable to sleep. Severe night headaches. Sore breasts. Tightening in my uterus. Period cramping pain yesterday, and this morning the worst case of nausea ever. That coincidentally was gone by lunchtime. Could this be pregnancy or even menopause?? Any advise at all would be greatly appreciated.
October 27th, 2011 at 7:36 am
Charmaine
Tubal reversal is the best way to get pregnant after a tubal ligation. You could have a tubal failure so take a pregnancy test to be sure. If it is negative then you skipped an ovulation.
October 27th, 2011 at 7:58 am
My other problem is, with my 3 previous pregnancies, all of them took between 9-12 weeks for my body to register that I was pregnant. I know this time that would of great concern yes??
October 27th, 2011 at 8:28 am
If you have had the clip..then the tubes are closed. The best way to find out is to do a urine test or see your doctor for a blood test.
November 1st, 2011 at 10:45 am
I had my tubes tied a day after my son was born. That was 18 years ago. I am now 49. I just had a miscarriage after 9 weeks. What are the chances that I will become pregnant again, if I have unprotected sex? Am I too old to carry a baby at my age?
November 1st, 2011 at 10:54 am
There is over a 50% chance of miscarriage for pregnancy at the age of 49.
November 2nd, 2011 at 11:18 am
Hi, I am 40 years old and have 3 children-20y, 17y and 7y. I had 2 tubal ligations within 4 years. The first was June 2000, clamped/clipped. In March 2003, I became pregnant with my 3rd child. My second tubal ligation was in 2004, not cut but cauterized. My Dr’s comment at that time was she burned them “almost to the point of separation.” Because I know first hand that it is possible to get pregnant after a tubal ligation, I still have a few questions: Is there still a chance of getting pregnant after 2 different tubal ligation procedures? Can a reversal be done after 2 procedures have been done? and if so, what are the chances of becoming pregnant and what is the rate of a successful pregnancy as compared to that of a miscarriage? And my final question is, what is the average cost of a reversal? I thank you very much in advance for your time
November 2nd, 2011 at 11:23 am
Dawn
There is always a chance of tubal ligation failure. We have done reversals after two previous tubal ligations and we have had patients become pregnant. At the age of 40 the chance of pregnancy after tubal reversal is approximately 30%. The cost is currently $5900. You should send us your records of your second tubal ligation. Occasionally doctors can be more aggressive if you have had a failed tubal ligation and we need to make sure you have enough tube left to repair. You can send your records to me at the following address:
Charles W. Monteith, MD
Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center
109 Conner Drive
Suite 2200
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
(919) 968-4656 phone
(919) 967-8637 fax
November 2nd, 2011 at 2:24 pm
Thank you very much Dr. Monteith for your quick reply. I greatly appreciate your answers to all of my questions and I will definitely look into getting my records. The Dr who did my second tubal ligation has moved to 2 different offices since then, that I know of, so hopefully I am able to get a hold of them. Again I thank you for your time and look forward to hearing what options I have after you have reiewed my records
November 2nd, 2011 at 3:49 pm
Dawn – You can use our Medical Records Release Form to have the hospital where your tubal ligation was done fax the report to us.
November 9th, 2011 at 3:42 pm
THIS WAS AN EARLIER POST FROM 10/24/2001—-> I had tubal ligation in 1999 at age 21. That was 12 1/2 years ago. I found out I was pregnant Oct. 11 2011 and natural miscarriage 4 days later. My doctor thinks our baby was in my uterus. My husband and I were planning to have tubal reversal next year so this was a huge shock for us. What are my chances that I could have a normal pregnancy without having the reversal surgery? Thank you for replying……All my pregnancy symptoms have been gone for 2 weeks. This week my breast are sore and tender again and I have have very little nausea. I have had my period yet either. I have about 3 days until I start. I am getting a pregnancy test tomorrow. My question is? Could I really be pregnant again this soon after miscarrige?
November 9th, 2011 at 5:14 pm
Laura – With a miscarriage occurring so quickly after a positive pregnancy test, it is not possible to know where the pregnancy was. Pregnancies that occur after a tubal ligation have a very high risk of being ectopic. If you have become pregnant again, you should see your local doctor without delay. Having a tubal reversal operation will certainly increase your chances of getting pregnant again and reduce the risk of ectopic compared with leaving a tube separated which is where an ectopic pregnancy can occur.
November 10th, 2011 at 1:23 am
hi dr. i have a question i just had an ectopic pregnancy and got my left tube removed.i am 21 after the operation the dr. who had me for surgery said that my other tube suffered an infection and said that the best way for me to conceive is ivf.i would love to know if there is a chance if me conceiving naturally rather than ivf for i would like to have my baby conceived naturally and if not how high is the percentage of me getting pregnant through ivf?
November 10th, 2011 at 8:17 am
21Montreal
Your right tube may be able to be repaired and you can become pregnant naturally and without IVF. You should send us your records and we will be able to provide you with more information about your chances for pregnancy success. You can send your records to my attention at the address below:
Charles W. Monteith, MD
Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center
109 Conner Drive
Suite 2200
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
(919) 968-4656 phone
(919) 967-8637 fax
November 10th, 2011 at 11:08 am
Hi, I had my tubes tied july 30, 2010 right after a c-section. I am a person who always has normal periods and I do mean ALWAYS, but now I find my myself twelve days late and have had a lot of stomach pain in the last few weeks. I have also been having mood swings like crazy crying at the drop of a hate and been stressed about everything. I am twenty five years old and have three children already and would like to know what is going on with me. Is it a possibilty that I am pregnant?
November 11th, 2011 at 9:19 am
I am a 41yr. old mom of 4 healthy kids. i got my tubes tied 16 yrs ago not wanting to have anymore children by my now ex husband. A great man has come into my life he’s 37 no kids. I decided even before i marry him i wanted to have another child. I would like to know if i can still have a child and where to look for answers. my insurance doesnt cover to much of anything but i have wanted another child for so long. plz help
November 11th, 2011 at 4:59 pm
Lasha – The best place to look for answers is to start on the home page of the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center website – http://www.tubal-reversal.net/ – then click on the links in the left hand navigation menu to get the answers to any specific topics that you see. If you have any questions, you can speak with a tubal reversal nurse at (919) 968-4656.
November 11th, 2011 at 6:35 pm
Hi I have my tubes tied.i have 3children and I have a beautiful relationship now. My husband got 2 children from another relationship before he met me. I would to have another baby with him,but right now ith dnt have the money and the medicaid do not cover that kind of surgery. I will love to have a miracle ,so I could have another baby..
November 17th, 2011 at 9:34 am
i had my tubal may 24 2010 my periods have been normal till last month. i had a heavy but short period from october 19-22. then i was spotting october 29-30. this has never happened. now i was suppose to start yesterday ad still havent
my back is hurting. my head is hurting i am nauseated and cramping. can someone help me and tell me whats going on. and i am 25.
November 17th, 2011 at 9:37 am
Take a pregnancy test. If it is positive see your doctor right away. If it is negative then make an appointment to see why you are skipping ovulation.
November 17th, 2011 at 10:18 am
I had a tubal performed in Sept 2011 and I was asked to be put on Lutera (birth control pill) for added protection. I have been under a lot of stress the past couple of weeks and this Monday I noticed a tiny, miniscule amount of blood…very light in color. Should I be worried?
November 17th, 2011 at 12:01 pm
I took a PT the morning after to make sure and it was negative.
November 17th, 2011 at 1:01 pm
hi I had my tubes clipped ten years ago ago and I would love to have another baby! I missed my period for three months then I got it for three days I took a hpt and it was negative what else could be the reason I miss my period for so long?
November 17th, 2011 at 4:52 pm
Shotoya – Sometimes ovulation occurs late or not at all and this leads to a longer cycle than usual. This is the most likely explanation for your missing your period for 3 months.
November 17th, 2011 at 11:16 pm
ok doctor but what could of caused the spotting 10 days after i started? it wasnt heavy but like a pinkish discharge mainly only when i wiped.
November 17th, 2011 at 11:20 pm
Pregnancy or irregular ovulation. Take a pregnancy test and if negative then make an appointment with your doctor to discuss the abnormal bleeding.
November 24th, 2011 at 3:51 am
I am 46 years old mother of two. I have been pregnant five times. One miscarriage, one still birth (nine months), two alive children (13 and 11) and one ectopic 2006 (this is when I had my tubes tied). I just had failed ivf last month. I am also hiv+ (I am in the Elite group – find out was + since 1995, been undetectable since with cd4 more than 500 without taking any medication). can your clinic do the reverse on me or I am too risk patient?
November 24th, 2011 at 8:45 am
Michelle
I am sorry to hear you have not been able to become pregnant with IVF. We would be happy to help you with reversal;however, for the saftey of our staff and other patients we do not perform tubal reversal on patients who are hepatitis or HIV carriers.
November 27th, 2011 at 1:13 am
I had my tubal 15 yrs ago in 1996in galipolis ohio my son was born at 424pm i had the tubal at 7 am the nxt day not even 24 hrs later,The doctor that did my tubal has been known for mess ups but i was on medicaid (cheap state insurance)so I had no other option I was under a lot of stress after didnt even get normal 6 week check up (baby was in childrens for 2 weeks ) my ex didnt let me wait we had sex 5 days after all of it the baby and tubal I had a positive test in 02 lost him/her due to a fall and doctor said he saw scar tissue from it so I WAS pregnant my issue is now I have gained weight eating weird stuff and I know the signs im 36 is it possible?
November 28th, 2011 at 8:12 am
Sassy-girl
Pregnancy is always possible although not likely after a tubal ligation. You should take a pregnancy test.
November 29th, 2011 at 10:23 pm
I had my tubal in Sept 2010 and Oct 2010 I asked to be put on Lutera (birth control) in order to regulate my period and for extra protection. The last week of Oct 2010, I had my period for the first in more than two years (due to Mirena). During the first couple weeks of Nov 2010 I was under extreme stress and was being taken off an OCD medication. I was due to have my period last week and have not as of yet. I took a pregnancy test last week and this week…both were negative. Could the stress and results of coming off the OCD medications be the possible cause me skipping my period? Should I be worried?
November 30th, 2011 at 7:54 am
Jenny – Stress and changes in medications can certainly affect your periods. You should consult with your doctor about this.
November 30th, 2011 at 7:29 pm
Hi I had my tubes tide 2 1/2 years ago and recently I went to my GYN He said my uterus is tilted to the right. He send me to get an ultrasound they find out I have a intramural fibroid back in September but now I have all the symtoms of pregnacy. My last period was weird and I very moody this week my breast are tender and the vains are blue. Could I be pregnant my period is due on Dec 6 should I. Wait to take a test
December 1st, 2011 at 8:24 am
Hi i had a tubal ligation 8 years ago my daughters 17 and my son is 8 i have been have morning sickness for 3 days now can’t hold anything down and i feel like when i was pregnant from my son.Can i become pregnant after all these years?
December 1st, 2011 at 9:40 am
Jeanette – It is possible but not likely. Whenever in doubt, run a pregnancy test.
December 2nd, 2011 at 7:21 pm
i had clamps put on 2 years ago after my 3rd child but last month i had a one day period and this month i havnt had one i feel a little soreness around my uterus is it possible that the clamps failed since i didnt get them cut or burned?
December 3rd, 2011 at 9:10 am
Debra
There can be many reasons for your symptoms. You should take a pregnancy test and as long as it is negative I dont think you need to worry much about clamp failure.
December 4th, 2011 at 10:31 am
Im ,bilateral tubal ligation cut and doubly clapms,and i want to be pregnant again,coz my youngest one is 9 years old ,how Can i be pregnant again?And my husband wants me to pregnant again ,what we should do ?
December 4th, 2011 at 10:52 am
Van – Call (919) 968-4656 and a tubal reversal nurse will help you.
December 5th, 2011 at 10:33 am
I been having the symptoms of pregnancy for a month now no period as yet and had the hot flashes. My tubes been tied for 22 years and i am feeling funny about it. Can someone who has gone through getting pregnant after tubes been tied.
December 5th, 2011 at 10:49 am
Can someone or Dr.Berger answer that for me.
December 5th, 2011 at 11:10 am
Nono
You should take a pregnancy test and if negative repeat the test in a week. If still negative see your doctor about other reasons. If you are between the ages of 45 and 55 then it could be menopause but your doctor can best determine this.
December 6th, 2011 at 9:17 am
Thanks Dr. this ease my mind some. I will follow up on another test next week. It be nice to give my new husband a baby. lol
December 6th, 2011 at 2:22 pm
Im sorry im going to rewrite that one i wasnt being too specific on the first..Im 39 and I had my tubes tied in 2010 of march and I had a question here..well first of all my periods r normal and my question was can I still get pregnant? I kno its too early to tell but Im feeling weird on this one I had my period 25 to 29 and I had sex right after that for the next 3 days most of the day but he never came inside me he pulled out and after the last time I had a bloody mucus coming out then it came out again for 3 days after that and Im feeling sick to my stomach nausea and tired headaches and my breast feel tender..is it too early to tell since it just happened and when should I go check cause this has never happend before after my tubal..it has happened with my other 2 but that was before my tubal..so im concerned cause of that ..when should I go check?? Im I just being peraniod..thnx
December 6th, 2011 at 5:23 pm
MJ
Always do a pregnancy test and …just to make sure…if the test is negative the repeat the test in 2 weeks.
December 7th, 2011 at 4:13 pm
can i get pregnant after a bilateral tubal ligation done back in 2003, i had 3 c sections. I feel really different, nipples are tender and longer,dizzy, lazy and i have been eating a lot, my last period lasted about a day or two and it was really light and watery. What are my chances of being pregnant? i am reading my operative report and i read KOCHER clamps, what is that?
December 7th, 2011 at 9:20 pm
Pregnancy is always possible and you should do a pregnancy test. If you want to become pregnant then you should consider reversal. If you dont want to be pregnant then you should not be too concerned about the chance of tubal failure.
December 10th, 2011 at 7:19 pm
Almost 8years ago i sufferd from placenta accreta/percreta,i only had my tubes clamped,my periods have been heavy but normal,every 4weeks up until now.i had period pains as normal,1day later i had a tiny bit of brown blood by the next day it had stop,3days later still no full on period,what is going on this has never happened before.
December 11th, 2011 at 8:47 pm
Im 2 months late on my period. I had my tubes tid in 2007. Ive took two test both where negative, but i do feel fluttering after eating. I have 4 kids already including a set of twins. Whats the odds im actually pregnant?
December 11th, 2011 at 10:42 pm
If your test are negative then you are not pregnant.
December 13th, 2011 at 3:47 pm
I’m 34 and I have 3 beautiful children ages 3,6,and 10. 2 years ago my husband and I decided that we didn’t want anymore children. So I had a bilateral tubal ligation done. Recently I’ve been having pregnancy symptoms. Sore breast, nausea, irritable, tired, feeling full in the stomach area with cramping, but had 2 neg home pregnancy test. I’ve even gained 8 lbs in 2 1/2 months. The last 3 months my periods have been really irregular. Stopping and starting either early or late. I’ve never had an issue with my period before except with my other pregnancies. I’ve had issues having a positive pregnancy show up on a urine test before when I was clearly pregnant. Could I be pregnant?
December 13th, 2011 at 3:51 pm
If your tests are negative then you are not pregnant and you should see your doctor about your symptoms and possibility of other causes.
December 14th, 2011 at 9:23 am
my first pregnancy was right tubal ectopic pregnancy 1 and a half years back. i have been trying to conceive from one year but not succeed. my periods are regular. what should i do to get pregnant fast. and it should be the healthy one also. suggest me please.
December 15th, 2011 at 9:59 am
This question is a bit tricky: Can “life issues” that aren’t particularly stressfull cause one to miss a period? I have been told that is most-likely the reason for my missed period. At 40 yrs old, a 21 month old, a 12 year old and a husband deploying to Afghanistan on Monday (12/19) is the speculated reason for my missed period. I had a tubal ligation (not sure of the type) on 3/11/2010 after my C-section. I can understand the diagnosis, however they won’t assess me for another month, given the stress “eases up”… any suggestions besides throwing a postitive pregnancy stick at them?
December 15th, 2011 at 11:08 am
You should consider having a HSG xray to see if your tubes are blocked.
December 16th, 2011 at 10:06 am
yo quiero saber si despues de 8 meses de una kigadura de trompas podria estar embarazada ahun asi se el eyaculo fuera y tube relaciones 3 dias despues de mi periodo
December 16th, 2011 at 10:13 am
es propable que este embarazada si 8 meses despues de mi ligadura tube relaciones pero el eyaculo fuera y lo hice 3 dias despues de mi periodo
December 16th, 2011 at 1:39 pm
Hello I am 29. I just had a baby in July 2011 and had my tubes tied right after of giving birth,I had natural birth… Latley I have been feeling like I’m pregnant. Having all the symptoms that I had when I was with child.Is this possible????
December 17th, 2011 at 12:09 pm
I had tubal at 19 after 2nd child. I am 43 and want to know if its safe and possible for me to have reversal to have a baby. My partner and I would like to have a child and don’t know if possible or if too late. Thanks for any advise.
December 17th, 2011 at 12:19 pm
Hell, I’m 32 and had a tubal, Jan. 27,2007. My periods are always on the tenth of each month, but I still have not started. I already have 4 children. I’ve been getting heartburn, which I never got, except when I was pregnant. Could I be pregnant?
December 17th, 2011 at 5:45 pm
Sis
Tubal reversal and pregnancy are both possible. It is harder to become pregnant after the age of 43 but many of our patient do become pregnant after the age of 40. If you would like more information then please call the office at (919) 968-4656.
December 19th, 2011 at 8:25 pm
I’m 39. I had a c-section in 1999 and had my tubal at that time. Since then I have been pretty regular (give or take a day). Now, I am 2 months past due for my period. For the last month, I have had some but not all symptoms of pregnacy such as frequent urination, tenderness, fatigue, and mood swings. I haven’t taken a pregnancy test yet because honestly, I am unsure how I will react to the outcome. Is it possible I could be pregnant 13 years after my tubal?
December 19th, 2011 at 8:50 pm
Tracy- It is unlikely that you are pregnant 13 years after your tubal ligation, but to find out with certainty perform a home pregnancy test.
December 20th, 2011 at 5:55 pm
Hi, I’m 26 years old and I had a tubal ligation done in 2007 during my C-section. Well for the past half year now my period has not been normal it has been coming once every 3 months. I went to the hospital and they said everything was fine. Well here it is again I haven’t had my period in 4 months and I’m swollen on the lower part of my stomach and I’m not sure what kind of tubal ligation I had done. Either way I want to have another baby. And my question is if I’m pregnant is it possible for me to carry it to term even though I had this procedure done? And I know about the tubal reversal but there is no way I can afford it and insurance doesn’t cover it. So can someone please let me know.
December 20th, 2011 at 7:02 pm
More than likely you have irregular ovulation and you are not pregnant; however, you should take a pregnancy test just to make certain. If you really want to get pregnant you will need a surgical reversal of your tubes.
December 21st, 2011 at 3:15 am
I had a tubal ligation done in July 2011. Since then I have had constant pain, extremly irritable, and over all deep regrets of getting it done. My periods have been so painful and heavy (apprx 1 super plus tampon every 20-30 minutes). Just recently I bled for 19 days, stopped for 6 days, and am now bleeding again. What can cause this bleeding to continue for such an extended time as I have had my period since I was 8 years old and have never had any issues with lengthy bleeding. Had a pelvic exam and dr. said my cervix looks irregular but do not believe this could have anything to do with the bleeding. Can the tubal ligation be causing this and is it possible the ligation has come undone by any chance?
December 21st, 2011 at 3:17 am
Forgot to mention I had the bands done as my form of ligation. Thanks for any help as I am desperate to know what is going on!
December 22nd, 2011 at 7:27 pm
I have had my tubes tied cut and burn I think in 2007 …My baby is now 4yrs old and I have 2 kids. My husband has no kids and would like to have at least one. I have missed my period and it was suppose to come on Dec 10. Could I be pregnant if my tubes are tied cut and burned.
December 22nd, 2011 at 9:32 pm
Ms. Williams – Run a home pregnancy test to find out if you are pregnant. It is unlikely 4 years after having your tubes tied, cut and burned. A tubal reversal is the most effective and safest way to have more children after a tubal ligation.
December 27th, 2011 at 2:28 am
Hi, I am 24 yrs old & have 2 kids..After my daughter was born in 2008, my husband and I were not sure if we wanted more or not. I talked to my step mom who had clips put in and then talked to my Dr. He said that the Clips did minimal damage. I then asked what would happen if we decided to have another baby in 4 or 5 years, I was then told that i would “Come see him schedule an appt. and he would take them out” At the time i thought it was a good idea. The medical term is (or what they tell me) is: Laparoscopy with Clip placement.I wasn’t even thinking about another baby until i was 5 days late in Jan. Then i started having hip pain in my left hip. I just went and seen him and talked to him about getting the clips out. I was given a number and informed that my medical would not cover a reversal, and i would have to pay out of pocket. So far this month, I have felt sick,sore breast, moody and am currently late. What is the chance of being pregnant or am i being hopeful? and When i finally DO save enough money to get them taken out, what is the chances of having another baby?? Like I said I’m 24 and would love another one…Thank you!
December 27th, 2011 at 6:57 am
Ashlee – At age 24, your chances of getting pregnant after tubal clip reversal at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center will be 90% or more. At your age and with a clip tubal procedure, you are the ideal person for tubal ligation reversal. If you have any questions, call us at (919) 968-4656.
December 31st, 2011 at 2:10 pm
Okay, so I’m a 23 year old mother of 3 (4yr, 3yr and 1yr) and got my tubal ligation in Jan 2010. Im 5 weeks late, and am having all the normal pregnancy symptoms. I took 2 tests one was a super faint positive and the other was just negative. How long should I wait before retesting or even going to the doctor?
December 31st, 2011 at 3:01 pm
Heather – Test again in a few days.
December 31st, 2011 at 11:31 pm
Hello all, I’m a mother of four. My oldest is 12 and my youngest is 1 year 5 months. My youngest daughter was my biggest scare because we both almost lost our lifes after she was born at 27 weeks. I thank God we are both still here but after the big scare of her stay in the NICU where she fought for her life on and off made me realize I no longer wanted to risk my life or another lil’ babies life so I decided with have a TUBAL LIGATION.
My question is as follows: I had a tubal ligation on 12/19/2011 and Doc. said he total did away with my tubes leaving my ovaries untoched. Been 13 days since my surgery. Will it be safe to have unprotected sex with my husband and not get pregnant again?
January 2nd, 2012 at 3:51 am
I had my tubes tied in Aug. of 2009 after my fourth child. Now in Dec. of 2011 I have not received my period but, I have had a couple of days of spotting. Also after I have sex there is pain and spotting. I have taken 3 home pregnancy test that revealed the first and the third be positive and the second to be negitive. I also have been having pains that feel like menstrual cramps would u consider this to be an eptopic pregnancy or not?
January 2nd, 2012 at 8:45 am
Keta
It is very possible you have an abnormal pregnancy. See your doctor for evaluation and testing.
January 2nd, 2012 at 11:03 am
Thank you so much for your advice. I really appreciate it.
January 7th, 2012 at 5:11 pm
I got my tubes tied 26 months ago and this is my second pregnancy since I got it done. My doctor used clips for my tubal, is this normal? I thought pregnancy scares were over but now Im on my 2nd pregnancy. Should I take my new doctors advice and get my tubes tied and burned?
January 7th, 2012 at 6:06 pm
Kristie – You have had a failed tubal sterilization. It is apparent that the clips did not block both tubes. Having another tubal sterilization does seem necessary if you don’t want to be pregnant again.
January 7th, 2012 at 6:27 pm
Thanks. I go to the dr monday to get an ultrasound to see if it etopic. How long after they terminate if its etopic will I have to wait before they will do the procedure?
January 7th, 2012 at 6:43 pm
Your doctor could repeat the tubal sterilization at the same time as treating an ectopic pregnancy.
January 7th, 2012 at 8:34 pm
I’ve had my tubes tied for eight years. Last month I bleed only one day, pretty heavy(not uncommon, except only bled one day) been having a tough time sleeping. My breast hurt really bad not a sign with my three kids before. Not sure how to tell my husband… I’m scared and excited all at the same time. Took a test came back positive. Also my mood swings are out of this world lately. Also not a sign from my other three children. Could I really be pregnant?
January 7th, 2012 at 8:39 pm
Sarah
You could be pregnant. If your test is positive then you need to see a doctor to make sure your do not have an ectopic pregnancy.
January 11th, 2012 at 2:00 pm
Hi my name is Lisa I’m 29 yrs old I had a tubal ligation in 2004. I believe I am pregnant about 4 wks I had a transabdominal ultrasound two days ago and no fetus was found, but I’m still experiencing pregancy smpytoms and not only can I feel movement but other people as well could the ultrasound have missed it should I ask for a transvaginal ultrasound is this something I should be worried about?????
January 11th, 2012 at 5:13 pm
Lisa – Transvaginal ultrasound is a much more accurate way to image the uterus than abdominal ultrasound at this early stage of pregnancy.
January 11th, 2012 at 5:46 pm
Hi my name is Erica im 31. Im a mother of three ages 8, 9, & 11. I had my tubal ligation during my c-section with my youngest in 2003. Two years ago got diagnosed with pcos. my periods come around the 15-17 instead I finally got it on the 25th, Christmas morning. It only lasted two days and was light. I usually bleed very heavy ( been to the er twice last year) and will bleed usually 10th-14 days. Two weeks after Christmas I had intercourse with my fiance and had some spotting just that once but here I am in Jan. Still no period and ive been waking up in the middle of the night to prints, which ive never done before and I have what feels like maybe pressure in ny lower abdomen and pelvic area. Can u help me please??
January 11th, 2012 at 5:53 pm
Erica – If you ovulated around the time of having intercourse 2 weeks after Christmas, a home pregnancy test should be accurate to run in another couple of days. If it is negative and you want to become pregnant, contact a Tubal Reversal Nurse at (919) 968-4656 regarding having your tubal ligation reversed. When you are here for your pre-operative consultation, we can advise the best treatment for ovulation and menstrual issues related to PCOS so that you will have the best chance of getting pregnant again.
January 12th, 2012 at 11:01 am
Dr. Berger, im having whit discharge now, and woke up again in the middle of the night twice to urinate. Im going to do what u told me to and wait a couple days and take a test cuz u havent quite missed my period yet, but ive never had discharge before. Its kinda pasty and white andit was only a little. When u see the doctor Friday im going ti ask him. But in your opinion what could it be? On top of all my other symptoms I have that we talked about yesturday.
January 12th, 2012 at 4:40 pm
Erica – The discharge could be a yeast infection. If so, using a vaginal cream such as Monistat should clear it up.
January 13th, 2012 at 4:51 pm
Dr berger I went to my gyno and no infection he tried convincing me to get have my female organs removed. I rejected that idea because I really want another baby and he said a reversal in ny situation is risky. I dont care… My question is how much is a reversal? And is there a payment plan? My doctor says for me the sooner the better, so my clock isnt just ticking but the gears are wearing out and im devastated Dr.. I heard reversal is expensive
January 13th, 2012 at 5:01 pm
Erica – The cost for tubal reversal at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center is $5900 and there is a pre-payment plan.
January 13th, 2012 at 10:08 pm
after my tubal ligation my dr said he did it so that it is reversable…..what did he mean by that??
January 14th, 2012 at 7:12 am
Heaven – Most likely he used tubal clips or rings in the even that you might want to have the tubes repaired at a subsequent date.
January 14th, 2012 at 10:01 am
Hi…I am 29 yrs old and i have began to worry about my periods.I had one for 2weeks,skipped a week,had another one,once again skipped a week,now another.I had a c-section after my daughter in 2009.I have also became losing weight.I have lost 20lbs in the last month in a half,unintentional.i can go without eating all day until supper and not feel hungry at all.Every time i began to put food in my mouth i get very nausea and just put it back down.I continue to weight and watch the numbers falling off very quickly.My family is concerned.Could i be anorexic or bulimic at not realize it happening. Please help and what should i do?
January 14th, 2012 at 11:03 am
Kristen – You should make an appointment your doctor to find out what is causing this.
January 14th, 2012 at 12:59 pm
I miss my period in december but had one in january, which was weird cause it wasn’t normal I had my tubes tie since 2010, took two home pregnancy test both said pregnant went to the Er because of all the pain I was having in my stomach and etc. but they said everything look normal.. Can I be pregnant and they just over look it??? I just been having serious pains and nausea feelings???
January 16th, 2012 at 12:35 pm
I had my tubes tied 3 years ago (clamps, not cut or burned) I had Protected sex during ovulation, now I am 6 days late. I have taken several home pregnancy tests and they all come back negative. I am urinating allot (3 times in a hour) is it possible to be pregnant with so much protection
January 16th, 2012 at 1:18 pm
If your pregnancy tests are negative then you are not pregnant.
January 17th, 2012 at 4:06 am
im 35 yrs old, i had my tubes tied,cut and burned 8 yrs ago. I want to get tubal reversal, what are my chances of getting pregnant? Please some one help me !!!!!!!
January 17th, 2012 at 7:20 am
Your chances of getting pregnant after tubal reversal would be approximately 64% based upon your age.
January 18th, 2012 at 4:20 pm
i have read all the comments. so here we go i am a 42 year old that had my tubes tied after my 6th pregnancy 4 live births 2 c section across the bottom of stomach 2 miscarriages i had the tubal done when i was 19 after my 6th pregnancy. it was a live birth july 3rd 1989. i told my doctor to make it irreversable but when i was 30 i met a guy i was intrested in getting preg. so i sent for my records from my doc my tubes were tied they were not burnt and none was removed. well i have had normal periods for years. but for the past few months my periods have been weird and today i have been feeling flutters in my upper abdomen. and have heartburn i have never had heartburn unless i was preg. so i am bsicaly healthy i have hep b was diagnosed when i was 22. went through it and my liver tests have been normal. i am afraid to do a preg test i am in hard times right now living in a small rv and barely making it. i gave my 2nd child up for adoption at birth. so i cant do that again. so i ask should i wait my period was not normal last month and is a dark mucas color like at the end of the period. do u think i could be preg and do home tests work which one is best. thanx
January 18th, 2012 at 7:24 pm
Melissa – Home pregnancy tests do work. Your pharmacist can recommend the best one for you.
January 19th, 2012 at 6:20 pm
hello again. I got my tubes tied in 09. had one pregnancy that was discontinued because of the risk of etopic and recently found out im pregnant again! i had level checked 75 on 9th, 227 on 12th, 583 the 16th, 782 the 18th and 889 today the 19th but have yet to see it on an ultrasound they were saying it was to early to see it but now want to do a d&c tomorrow should I go? They say Im probable miscarrying but i feel fine except for morning sickness. Im scared I want to wait but they are pushing me to terminate? should I wait a little longer?
January 24th, 2012 at 10:16 am
hi, i am a 26 year old mother of 4. my youngest is 10 months old and i had a tubal ligation only 6 months ago. i haven’t gotten my period this month, i’m about 2 weeks late. on the day i was supposed to start my period, i started bleeding in the morning and i thought it was my period, but it stopped after about 2 hours. i’ve heard of tubals failing after alot of time has passed, but 6 months? how is this possible? i also bleed after my husband and i have sex. that’s never happened to me before. my husband is bringing home a pregnancy test tonight when he gets off work. is it even possible for me to be pregnant this soon after a tubal?
January 24th, 2012 at 11:47 am
Jennifer
It is possible and you should take a pregnancy test. Your doctor should be able to diagnose your abnormal cycles.
January 26th, 2012 at 10:59 am
doctor,pls help me to answers my question,im a belateral ligation done,cuts and doubly clamps acording to my records during may last pregnancy 9 years ago,,,last dec 17 and 18 my husband used to me after 2days ,my meantration come then after that till now jan 27 i havnt no meanstration,,my question doctor is there is posible that im pregnant? my meanstration is normal montly come.my menstration come last dec 19,2011,, wat do u tink doc?have posible that im pregnant?ty and godbless more power!
January 26th, 2012 at 11:04 am
Pregnancy and irregular ovulation are the common reasons for abnormal periods. You should take a pregnancy test to make sure you are not pregnant. If you really want to be pregnant then a tubal reversal is much better than waiting on the small chance of tubal failure. Most tubal ligation failure pregnancies are ectopic.
January 26th, 2012 at 3:06 pm
I am 38 years old and had the filshie clip put on my tubes 11 years ago…no cut, tie or burn. My last period was December 18th although not my normal period…spotting that lasted 3 days. Normally I have heavy bleeding. The last 4 weeks I have felt a little nausea, and stomach aches, and nipples were very sore only for about a week then stopped. Also started having dreams that I give birth to a baby girl that has trouble breathing and some other vivid dreams. Then a week ago I started getting sore breasts that are getting more painful everyday. At first I thought it was just a stomach bug….what is your advice?
January 26th, 2012 at 4:35 pm
Nadia – When in doubt, run a home pregnancy test.
January 28th, 2012 at 10:42 pm
Should have found this article sooner! I AM a woman who got pregnant post tubal. Hulka clip procedure, severe scar tissue on left side. Had my procedure done, and almost exactly 1 year later, got pregnant. I take that as a meant to happen situation
January 29th, 2012 at 10:11 pm
I’m 42 years old and had my tubes tied in 2007. I have 2 kids 15 and 4 years old. I want to know my chances of getting pregnant again after tubal reversal. My operative report stares my tubes were tied and cut send to pathology for confirmation. At my age is it best to just have ivf vs tubal reversal.
January 30th, 2012 at 4:45 am
Ann Nicole – At age 42, your chances of getting pregnant again after tubal reversal are approximately 1 in 4 to 1 in 3. Your chances would be lower than this with IVF unless you use donor eggs from a younger woman.
January 30th, 2012 at 5:21 pm
I’m 45, i had a tubal ligation done in 1997 after my fifth child. My period was on time and normal up til this month. it came on January 9, and lasted 5 days. Now i’m spotting since January 25, of last wk. with some mild cramps. Could i be pregnant or am i going thru a change of life.
January 30th, 2012 at 5:26 pm
Marcelles – It is unlikely that you are pregnant this long after a tubal ligation, but if you want to know for sure run a pregnancy test.
February 3rd, 2012 at 11:01 pm
my question is its been 9 years since my tubal ligation and for the first time i have miss my perion for the first time i’ll be folling up with my doctor to get tested i bought pregency test it was negitive but i need to know cause i still haven seen my period for 6 weeks
February 4th, 2012 at 11:13 am
Munchies (Anu) – Since your pregnancy test is negative it is not likely that you are pregnant. When you see your doctor, the reason for your late period should be able to be determined.