Patient's question:
Lower left abdominal pain examination, test results: pelvic effusion. Previous treatment and effectiveness: salt cold compress.Doctor's answer:
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is characterized by severe lower abdominal pain and significant pelvic inflammatory signs upon gynecological examination. Broad-spectrum antibiotics such as penicillins and cephalosporins, combined with metronidazole (Flagyl), should be administered via intravenous drip after menstruation. If pelvic masses are present or the inflammation is severe and recurrent, surgical treatment may be necessary.Additionally, physical therapies such as shortwave, ultrashortwave, infrared, and drug iontophoresis can improve pelvic blood circulation, aiding in the absorption of inflammation, and may be used as appropriate. Chinese herbal medicines that promote blood circulation and clear heat-toxin can also be considered.
When patients are affected by pelvic effusion, timely symptomatic treatment should be implemented without avoiding medical consultation.