Is it okay to get pregnant after taking medicine for one week due to pelvic inflammatory disease?

Patient's question:

I took medicine for a week after my period ended due to pelvic inflammation, and then I found out I was pregnant. The ultrasound showed 6 weeks. Will this baby have problems?

Doctor's answer:

I don't know what medication you are using. Generally, traditional Chinese medicine has minimal interference, so it's important to wait and see. If the condition is not severe and hasn't been cured, it's best not to have children for now. Seek timely treatment and wait until fully recovered before considering pregnancy. If it's mild, you can try preserving the pregnancy. After three months of pregnancy, you can have a 4D ultrasound and a Down syndrome screening. If everything is normal, you can proceed with the pregnancy.
There are many treatment methods for pelvic inflammatory disease, but since each patient's condition is different, the diagnostic approach may vary. Therefore, it is recommended that patients seek early diagnosis and treatment once symptoms appear.

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