Is it possible to be pregnant after tubal ligation?
110939
Yes it is possible in rare cases when the tubes become untied and fuse back together somehow. There is also a medical procedure to reverse a tubaligation. You can talk to your doctor about this. This has happened to quite a few women. If you get the tips of the tubes burned after they are cut then I doubt if pregnancy will be possible then.
89079
If your tubes are tied you CAN get pregnant still but it is a low percentage of women who do get pregnant after getting tubes tied.\nI got my tubes tied 11 years ago and my period is ALWAYS messed up. I used to be regular and knew when it was comming, now; I can go 3 months without having a period. It's crazy and it's scary and it really sucks. If you don't have your period 2 months straight, see your doctor to make sure nothing is wrong. Good Luck.
545972
While there are a few rare reports of successful pregnancy after endometrial ablation, most pregnancies do miscarry and/or put the mother and baby at serious risk. Complications of ongoing pregnancy are expected to be extremely high, due to the decreased lining area. Tubal sterilization can be done at the same time as ablation to decrease this possibility, and many docs often recommend it for that reason. Sorry I couldn't offer you more positive info, but uterine ablation by any means almost always indicates the end of childbearing for the woman.  Sorry and good luck.
1132461
No - get your tubes tied
428619
I'm 29 I also have 4 kids and have had my tubes tied. This often happens to me. My Dr. said I had a sensitive cervix. She also said it was common not to worry.
647712
Well obviously you know you don't need it for contraception.  If it worked for cramps before, it should work now.  The only thing a tubal ligation changes is preventing your eggs from reaching your uterus.  Your eggs are still there and your hormones shouldn't change.  If your periods are normal now there shouldn't be a problem with you starting it again.
202365
not possible at all. the uterus is the only place where the embryo/foetus develops. so if it has been removed, how can anyone get pregnant?
585064
Tubal sterilization is a surgical operation. It closes off the fallopian tubes, where eggs are fertilized by sperm. When the tubes are closed, sperm cannot reach the egg, and pregnancy cannot happen. \n\nSterilization does not affect femininity. Sterilization will not affect your sexual organs, or your sexuality. No glands or organs will be removed or changed. All of your hormones will still be produced. Your ovaries will release an egg every month. Your menstrual cycles will most likely follow their regular pattern. \n\nSterilization is more than 99 percent effective. In very rare cases, tubes may reconnect by themselves, and pregnancy may occur. Such rare pregnancies may develop outside the uterus (womb) and require emergency surgery. \n\nYou must consider the operation permanent. You and your partner will need no other birth control method after a successful tubal sterilization. It may be possible to reverse the operation in some cases, but your decision not to have a child in the future must be firm. You must be absolutely sure you will never change your mind or regret your choice - no matter how your life changes. \n\nSterilization will not cause symptoms of menopause (change of life) or make menopause happen earlier. \n\nYour partner also may want to consider sterilization. Sterilization for men is called vasectorny. Vasectomy is simpler, costs less, and has fewer risks than tubal sterilization. Vasectomy also must be considered permanent however, so think carefully about what sterilization will mean for both of you before you make your decision. \n\nHOW IS IT PERFORMED?\n\nThe procedure requires a small incision in the abdominal area near the navel and sometimes a second small incision near the pubic hairline. The surgeon inserts a slender instrument (laparoscope) and seals the fallopian tubes so that eggs can no longer pass through to become fertilized. The procedure takes about 20-30 minutes, and patients rest in a recovery room for 1-2 hours. For women seeking first-trimester abortion and tubal ligation, Planned Parenthood offers these two procedures as a combined service on the same day. \n\nDOES THE OPERATION HURT? \n\nIf you have your tubal ligation at the Planned Parenthood clinic, you will be given local anesthesia and IV sedation to help you relax, but you will not be asleep. You may feel some mild discomfort during the operation. If you prefer to be completely asleep during the surgery, a gynecologist from Planned Parenthood will perform the tubal ligation under general anesthesia at a nearby hospital. \n\nWHO WILL PERFORM MY OPERATION?\n\nThe procedure is performed by a female Board-certified gynecologist experienced in laparoscopic tubal ligation procedures. \n\nWHAT WILL THE SURGERY BE LIKE?\n\nThe surgery consists of the following steps: \n\nIV is started, medications given. \nAn instrument called a uterine elevator is inserted into the vagina. \nUnder local anesthesia, the physician will make an incision approximately 3/4" at the umbilicus (belly button). \nThrough the incision a harmless gas (carbon dioxide) is passed to inflate the abdomen and isolate the fallopian tubes. \nA laparoscope is inserted through the incision with allows the M.D. to visualize the fallopian tubes. \nOnce the tubes have been isolated and anesthetized a grasping rod is passed through the laparoscope. A low voltage current is emitted from the rod, sealing each fallopian tube. \nAll instruments are removed; a bandaid is placed to cover the incision which has been sealed with 2-3 dissolvable stitches. \nThe entire procedure will take an average of 25-40 minutes. Throughout the procedure, pressure and moderate abdominal cramping may be felt along with discomfort associated with anesthesia administration in cervix (needlestick). Additionally, there may be a small to moderate amount of vaginal bleeding, cramping and bloating 1-3 days after the procedure. \nHOW DO I PREPARE FOR THE SURGERY?\n\nAt a clinic visit before the surgery
844012
I was pregnant with my 3rd child and already at 2boys and was told my whole pregnancy that I was having a boy and then had to have an emergency c-section and put under but when I came to, I was told I had a beautiful baby girl, I was so happy because I really wanted a girl. After her I got my tubes tied my family was complete!
602291
No, it is not possible to relocate an ectopic pregnancy.  As answered above, an ectopic pregnancy requires immediate treatment, as it is life-threatening and can result in tubal rupture.
530022
There is a small chance of getting pregnant after a tubal ligation.\n\nThere is a small chance of getting pregnant after a visectomy.\n\nWith the two, the odds are incredibly small. The man even goes back to the dr 6 mos after the procedure to give a sample and make sure he's shooting blanks.\n\nThat's the plan my husband and I are going to go with. (I can't bear the thought of being on birth control for the next 30 years.)\n\nAnd we figure, if there's a pregnancy through all of that, with those odds, then that qualifies as the will of God, and we won't argue with it.
581472
I agree--she can still get pregnant but could be more likely to have complications.  The abortion would have affected only the uterus, cervix--nothing above that.  So ovulation would occur as normal, but if there was any damage done to the uterine wall during the procedure, implantation and the rest of the pregnacy may be more troublesome.  \n\nI really don't think, though, that an abortion is all that more invasive than other procedures related to pregnancy--think if you'd had three kids, with possible amniocentesis, cesaerean, etc-- your uterus would have been through just as much.  \n\nIf you have had abortions in the past, you should probably just ask a doctor before trying to get pregnant.  He or she can check you out and set your mind at ease.  \n\nConsider carefully also whether you're really ready for pregnancy this time, since you haven't been in the past.  A full term pregnancy will probably bring up a lot of emotions related to your previous abortions, as well as just physical complications.  Take care of yourself and good luck.\n\nEdit-- I just read the other posts that you have received in the time it took me to type my answer.  I am really sorry for the judgmental comments you've received.  None of us know the details of why you would have chosen to have previous abortions, and to jump on a stranger like that is unforgivable.  You're clearly considering moving on from your past.  Sorry you've had to hear those remarks.\n\nThank goodness you can be there for your friend, instead of being like all these other people!  (I hope that her fiance knows about the past abortions--if she's considering whether it could have an effect on their baby, I believe he should know.)
717567
Your ovaries will continue to work just as if you never had your tubes tied. You will ovulate, you will have monthly cycles (sorry, I hope you weren't counting on being done with periods).  Your hormones will still be ebbing and flowing just as they always did. You just wont have to worry about being able to get pregnant anymore.
1187008
Technically it is possible, but the chances are literally like one in a million.\n\nMost of the time the stories about men who get a vasectomy and end up getting their wife pregnant stem from the fact, that there are still some sperm left in the vas deferens after the procedure, and it can take a while before they are all cleared out or dead before it is truely "safe" to have sex without a condom. A lot of people probably think that once it's done pregnancy is impossible and have sex without a condom as soon as they get home.
208410
You might be thinking of having a tubal ligation (tubes tied) and then having it reversed or in some cases the tubes actually repaired themselves and the woman became spontaneuosly fertile again.  The difference here is that the organ (fallopian tubes) remain in place and they repair themselves...like breaking a bone and it heals itself. Drs who perform the procedure usually go to significant lengths to make sure a tubal ligation does not reverse itself.  \n\nAs the answer above noted once you have the entire organ - either partial hysterectomy (uterus only) or a total hysterectomy (plus ovaries and fallopian tubes) performed, a woman will not grow the entire organ(s) back.
578623
Of course there is a chance of pregnancy.  Sperm can travel down into the vagina.  Remember, it is liquid.  Don't think because you have anal sex she can't get pregnant.  When you pull out, there is always sperm left on you and it only takes one little drop to fall in the wrong place.  FYI. Anal sex is very dangerous.  there is fine tissue in the rectum that can get torn, infected etc.  It can be worse than preganancy.  Wear a condom and have sex the normal way
217568
I was uncomfortable for about 5 days after my tubal ligation.  I was unable to wear my regular clothes for about three days.