I've done Hysterosalpingogram twice. First time I remember that they said that my right tube was blocked, but that the dye pushed the blockage out. That was years ago. Second time was in Oct when I met my RE. Said the same thing, that the dye took longer than expected on the right side. And also, this experience wasn't pleasant. It was painful for me (whereas the first time I didn't feel it at all). I'm also older now and have a lower pain threshold.

Let me just add that this could have foreshadowed the future. I just had my first pregnancy- that ended this weekend when my right fallopian tube had to be removed because it ruptured.

The HSG is a great diagnostic test.
For me, all the dye came out of one tube. They said that the dye simply could have taken the path of least resistance and that I could have 2 fine tubes. After a much later laparoscopy, they found that indeed both my tubes were open, just one was more open than the other. But all was fine.

As far as the test itself. They insert a catheter. That is not very painful but it is uncomfortable. And when they squeeze the dye through it hurts a little too. But no tears or anything. Then it's over. I would say I had mild period cramping afterwards. Don't worry, it's a quick procedure. My husband came with me, but sat in the waiting room. It is really not that different from going to the gyno.

It was Easy for me, took all of about 20 seconds maybe--great for finding issues that were unknown. Women report getting PG after their tubes are cleaned out! Good Luck to you!

Mine was so painful and I couldn't wait for it to be over. I didn't have any blockages or anything either. Its a GREAT test though, and L think everyone should have one done before even starting clomid/femara. I would advise you to take some pain meds about an hour before you go in. While yes some women feel no pain some feel a lot. Goodluck!

My friend has done it too. Unfortunately, her HSG was not successful, until now she's is still not pregnant.

I'm really not sure but according to some of my colleagues, the success rate of having to have HSG is very low compared to other infertility treatment.

Don't lose hope. As long as you have the goal in life, you can achieve it, through faith.Your Infertility can be treated.

I have heard of the many others who had it and they quite gives me a very positive feedback. Just think also that it will works for you and you will get a positive result through this infertility treatment you are having.