Patient's question:
A while ago, I was living in the dormitory. Later, my roommate asked me to borrow a basin. At the time, I casually gave her a basin that I used to wash my vagina. After she returned it, I directly used it to wash my vagina. Later, I noticed some discharge and an odor, and the doctor said it was pelvic inflammatory disease.Doctor's answer:
1. The treatment and care of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) require the prevention of all transmission routes. It is essential to maintain cleanliness and dryness in the perineal area. Wash the external genitalia with clean water every night, and ensure individualized use of basins. Avoid inserting fingers into the vagina and never use hot water or soaps for external genital hygiene. During PID treatment and care, if there is a significant amount of viscous discharge, it is necessary to change underwear frequently and avoid wearing leather or synthetic fabric underwear.2. During menstruation, post-abortion, and after procedures such as IUD insertion or removal, there may be vaginal bleeding. In PID treatment and care, sexual activity must be strictly prohibited. Ice skating, tub baths, and saunas are also strictly forbidden. Sanitary pads should be changed frequently, as the body's resistance increases during this period, making it easier for pathogens to invade and cause infection.