Patient's question:
Last September, I had pelvic inflammatory disease and took many anti-inflammatory medications and received anti-inflammatory injections. It took about two months for me to recover, and then I returned for a follow-up examination. The test results showed pelvic fluid again. Now it's almost healed, so I want to take antibiotics. How long can I wait before trying to conceive? How long can I wait before having sex?Doctor's answer:
Hello, how are your current specific symptoms? What kind of antibiotics are you taking? Pelvic inflammatory disease itself is not easy to heal on its own and is prone to recurring infections and flare-ups. Treatment is primarily based on anti-inflammatory medications. Currently, it mainly depends on what medication you are using. If it is a cephalosporin-based medication, it generally has little impact on fertility. If you are concerned, you can also wait for one month after stopping the medication before starting to conceive, which will be much safer. While undergoing treatment, it is important to maintain good sleep, as adequate sleep will help you recover more quickly from the illness.