Patient's question:
I have recently been experiencing discomfort in my lower abdomen, with some itching and pain. It's also uncomfortable for me when I go to the bathroom. My period hasn't arrived on time, and I'm wondering if I might have chronic pelvic inflammatory disease. What are the methods for confirming chronic pelvic inflammatory disease?Doctor's answer:
The recurrence of itching, discomfort, and pain in your lower body is likely due to inflammation of the vulva and vagina, not pelvic inflammation. If there is chronic pelvic inflammation, it typically manifests as lower back discomfort and a sense of heaviness in the lower abdomen, especially with symptoms easing during menstruation and ovulation. The condition tends to flare up when the body's resistance is low, and you may experience abdominal pain, with symptoms worsening when exposed to cold. However, your current symptoms suggest vulvovaginitis and vulvar inflammation. It is necessary to visit a hospital for a gynecological examination to rule out pelvic inflammatory interference. We should promptly follow the principle of symptomatic treatment and avoid delaying medical attention. If pelvic inflammation does not improve with treatment, it is essential to promptly adjust the treatment plan.