Patient's question:
I started experiencing gynecological problems after getting an IUD in July 2017. The symptoms gradually worsened, and I have been seeking treatment from July 2017 to the present (2019). However, each time the treatment seems to help only temporarily. I am also quite busy with work. My discharge is yellow, and I need to change my underwear two or three times a day—sometimes even four times, but it still doesn’t feel sufficient. The discharge often has a white, curd-like texture, and sometimes it’s yellow and looks like mucus. It also leaves a residue. Intercourse is painful, and even a slight tremor while riding an electric scooter causes pain. Normally, there is no pain, though I don’t usually feel itchy—only occasionally do I experience a slight itch. I don’t know what to do. Is there any doctor who has a better method for treating this? I have undergone thorough examinations and been diagnosed with pelvic inflammatory disease, in addition to cervical erosion.Doctor's answer:
If it is a copper IUD with a tail, it is recommended to replace it, as the tail can easily irritate and cause inflammation. Based on your symptoms, there are still signs of vaginitis, so it is still necessary to have a regular vaginal discharge examination and receive symptomatic treatment. Abstinence from sexual intercourse is advised. In addition to treating gynecological diseases, it is recommended that patients pay attention to their diet in daily life and maintain a cheerful mood to enhance their physical fitness and speed up recovery.