Patient's question:
Menstruation delayed by 10 days, try to minimize it, left lower abdomen has a hard lump like an ovarian cyst. Previous treatment history and effectiveness: Had pelvic inflammatory disease and visited the doctor, menstruation was still minimal but had not stopped. Can I visit the doctor at this time?Doctor's answer:
It is better to seek treatment after the menstrual period is over. Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is highly dangerous and can be classified as acute or chronic. Chronic PID is often a result of incomplete treatment of acute PID, while acute PID is usually caused by bacterial downward transmission. If PID is not treated promptly, it can lead to female infertility. Long-term use of anti-inflammatory drugs is not advisable, as it can cause drug resistance and dysbiosis, leading to more severe inflammatory infections. It is recommended to adopt a combination of traditional Chinese and Western medicine treatments, using traditional Chinese medicine such as Gynecological Qianjin Tablets/Capsules, which can reduce inflammation while also boosting the body's immune system.