Patient's question:
Recently, I've experienced pain during sexual activity and a heavy feeling in the lower abdomen, along with pain during urination. I'm wondering if it could be pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). What are the clinical manifestations of PID? Will it interfere with getting pregnant?Doctor's answer:
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is classified into acute and chronic types. The symptoms of acute PID include increased vaginal discharge and persistent abdominal pain that worsens during movement or sexual activity. Chronic PID is caused by inadequate treatment of acute PID or poor patient constitution, leading to prolonged duration. The symptoms of chronic PID include lower abdominal discomfort, pain, and soreness in the lumbar and sacral regions, which often intensify during physical exertion or around the menstrual cycle. Some women may also experience symptoms such as fatigue, general malaise, and neurasthenia. It is recommended to seek active treatment at a formal hospital for a systematic and thorough examination. Once the cause is identified from the examination results, treatment should be administered under the guidance of a doctor. Patients with PID can be treated with symptomatic medication.