It is understandable that you are concerned about your past chlamydia infections and fertility. Repeated or long term chlamydia infections may cause scarring of the fallopian tubes, thus preventing fertilization.
Chances are that, if your infections were caught early and successfully treated, the probability that it damaged your tubes is low. However, there is no way to know the patency of your tubes without a hysterosalpingogram (HSG). An HSG is an outpatient procedure that is usually done in the x-ray department in the hospital. The radiologist places special x-ray dye into your vagina. The dye travels through the cervix and into the uterus and fallopian tubes. Then, x-ray pictures are taken. The dye shows up on the x-rays and shows the outline of the uterus and tubes, thus allowing the doctor to see if your tubes are open.
At your young age, it is unlikely that your ob/gyn would be quick to do any major testing. Most doctors recommend having regular, unprotected intercourse for at least 1 year. If no pregnancy occurs after that time, then evaluation is usually started. Keep in mind, too, that depending on the type of IUD you have, it may take your body several months to begin having periods on a regular monthly basis.
If you have further questions or concerns, be sure to address these with your doctor.
2. February 2012
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