Hydrosalpinx and other fallopian tube obstructions can make conception harder. Some people explore acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine alongside medical investigation and treatment. This article is general information, not a diagnosis or a guarantee of outcome.

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a major cause of fallopian tube obstruction, which can include:

  • hydrosalpinx
  • lower abdominal pain and leukorrhea
  • fallopian tube infections
  • menorrhagia
  • endometritis
  • dysmenorrhea
  • ectopic pregnancy

Symptoms of PID may include one or more of the following:

  • pain around the pelvis or lower abdomen
  • bleeding between periods and after sex
  • discomfort or pain during sex that is felt deep inside the pelvis
  • pain during urination
  • heavy periods
  • painful periods
  • unusual vaginal discharge (yellow or green)

Research context (not a promise of results)

A 2014 clinical study from the Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital of Puyang City reported on acupuncture and Chinese medicine for fallopian tube obstructive infertility, and described a course of at least three months in that setting. Study findings from one hospital cannot be treated as a guaranteed success rate for every patient in London. Outcomes vary with the type of blockage, medical history and the care you receive from your GP or fertility specialist.

Always speak with your GP or specialist about imaging, surgery options and suitability before relying on any complementary approach.

Acupuncture and Chinese medicine in London

At Darren Rose Acupuncture & Wellness, care is personalised and used alongside, not instead of, appropriate medical advice. Appointments are available at our Wimpole Street, Marylebone and Hackney clinics. If tube-related infertility is part of your story, you may also find our natural fertility acupuncture and IVF support pages useful. To discuss fees or availability, send a free enquiry or browse our clinics.

Reference: Ding L, Wang PJ, Zhu SM, Liu GY & Cao CL. (2014). Clinical study on the treatment of fallopian tube obstructive infertility with acupuncture and Chinese medicine. Modern Journal of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine. 23(17).