Patient's question:
In August, I had an ectopic pregnancy surgery. The doctor said I developed chronic pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). I would like to ask what tests the hospital can perform to diagnose PID? Is it detected through a vaginal discharge test? I want to know how severe my PID is.Doctor's answer:
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) refers to an infection of the uterus (uterus), fallopian tubes (tubes connecting the uterus and ovaries), and other reproductive organs, causing symptoms such as lower abdominal pain. It is often a complication of many sexually transmitted infections (STIs), particularly serious ones like chlamydia and gonorrhea. It can damage nearby structures such as the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, and lead to severe consequences, including infertility, ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy outside the uterus or fallopian tubes), the formation of abscesses, and chronic pelvic pain. Prompt treatment is recommended, with the best approach being a combination of traditional Chinese and Western medicine, as it avoids drug resistance and yields better results. Focusing on gynecology can help reduce inflammation while also lowering the body's immunity, effectively treating and preventing recurrent inflammation.