Patient's question:
Lately, I've been feeling discomfort in my lower abdomen. I consulted my friends, and they told me I might have a gynecological disease. So, my friend and I went to the hospital for a thorough examination. The doctor said I have chronic pelvic inflammatory disease. How can I treat pelvic inflammatory disease?Doctor's answer:
Chronic pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a common and frequently occurring condition in the female reproductive system, caused by inadequate treatment of acute PID or poor patient constitution leading to unresolved progression of the disease. Its clinical manifestations include lower abdominal and lumbosacral pain, sometimes accompanied by a sensation of rectal fullness. Symptoms often worsen after exertion, sexual intercourse, defecation, or around the menstrual cycle, accompanied by increased vaginal discharge, excessive or irregular menstruation, and may be associated with dysmenorrhea. Primary or secondary infertility may also occur. For severe PID patients, it is recommended to seek immediate medical attention and follow the doctor's advice for prompt treatment. Avoid blindly relying on advertisements or over-the-counter medications, as this may worsen the condition.