Why do the fallopian tubes get blocked?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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A blocked fallopian tube, which is also known as tubal factor infertility, is when an obstruction, such as scarring, an adhesion, or infection, prevents the egg from traveling down the tube. This can occur on one or both sides

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