Patient's question:
A large private hospital near the company offered our all female colleagues half-price health checks. Everyone was quite happy to undergo the thorough examination. Once the results came out, it was found that most of them had some gynecological problems to varying degrees. There were three cases of pelvic inflammatory disease among them. I would like to ask how pelvic inflammatory disease can be prevented?Doctor's answer:
(1) Pay attention to sexual life and menstrual hygiene, and always keep the vulva clean and dry;(2) After induced abortion or insertion/removal of an intrauterine device, sexual activity must be strictly prohibited. Ice skating, tub baths, and steam baths are also forbidden, as the body's resistance increases during this time, making it easier for pathogenic bacteria to enter and cause infections;
(3) Ensure proper breastfeeding to minimize the psychological trauma of induced abortion;
(4) Strengthen exercise to enhance physical fitness, maintain a balance between work and rest, and improve the body's resistance to diseases. In addition to receiving standard treatment for pelvic inflammatory disease, patients should also pay attention to dietary habits, such as eating a light diet and staying active. At the same time, patients should choose a reputable hospital for diagnosis to achieve better treatment outcomes.