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What causes blockage of the fallopian tubes?

A blockage in the fallopian tubes can make it impossible for a woman to conceive. Watch this video to learn more about what can be done with mucus that blocks the openings of the fallopian tubes, from Sharecare Advisory Board member John Lipman, MD.

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Up Next

  • What are the treatments for clearing a blockage of the fallopian tube?

  • What is an alternate treatment to IVF?

  • What is infertility?

  • What is the recovery time for the TFTR procedure?

  • What is uterine fibroid embolization?

  • Are more treatments being developed for uterine fibroids?

  • What effect does ovulation have on fertility?

  • Why may I need uterine fibroid embolization (UFE)?

  • What causes pelvic pain during ovulation?

  • Why is a varicocele important?

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