After fallopian tube removal, it is common to have mild abdominal pain, light vaginal bleeding, and some discomfort around the incision sites for a few days. Some people also feel shoulder tip pain or bloating after keyhole surgery because of the gas used during the procedure.
Recovery is usually quicker after laparoscopic surgery than after open abdominal surgery. Most people can return to normal activities within days to a few weeks, depending on the type of surgery and why the tube was removed. Heavy lifting, strenuous exercise, and sex may need to be avoided for a short time, as advised by the surgical team.
Removing the fallopian tubes does not usually affect hormone levels or periods if the ovaries are left in place. Available evidence suggests that short-term ovarian function is generally not reduced after salpingectomy, although long-term data are still limited.
Call your gynecologist or surgeon if you develop heavy bleeding, worsening pain, fever, foul-smelling discharge, redness or swelling around the wound, or feel very unwell. Do not take antibiotics or strong pain medication unless prescribed.