Patient's question:
Lower abdomen feels painful, lost appetite for dinner, and a bit nauseous. Just took body temperature and it's a bit feverish. Suspect these discomforts are caused by pelvic inflammatory disease. Don't know how pelvic inflammatory disease is caused, or what causes it?Doctor's answer:
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) can be caused by infections such as Mycoplasma, Chlamydia, or Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It is primarily characterized by inflammation in the pelvic and abdominal cavity, which has a direct correlation with the transmission of pathogens. Therefore, it is essential to treat the underlying disease by targeting the pathogens. Initial testing should be conducted to identify the pathogens, which can lead to better treatment outcomes. The main treatment involves a combination of macrolide-class drugs and quinolone-class drugs.Patients with PID can, while undergoing professional treatment, also use dietary therapy as a supplementary treatment in daily life. It is important to maintain a proper diet and avoid foods in daily eating habits.