Patient's question:
At the beginning of the month, I carefully checked and found pelvic inflammatory disease. I received anti-inflammatory treatment for a while, and now the pain is not too severe. I have been taking traditional Chinese medicine and focusing on treatment, but before each bowel movement, my lower abdomen aches. What could be the reason for this? Is it possible that the intestines become thicker before a bowel movement, controlling the inflammation? Can pelvic inflammatory disease cause severe pain before a bowel movement?Doctor's answer:
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a highly prevalent gynecological inflammation, with a significant number of affected individuals. So, what exactly is pelvic inflammatory disease? It refers to the recurrence of inflammation in the female pelvic region, reproductive organs (including the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries), pelvic peritoneum, and connective tissues surrounding the uterus. PID can manifest as a heavy, aching sensation in the lower abdomen, pain, and lower back/ischialgia discomfort, which often intensifies during physical exertion, sexual intercourse, and before or after menstruation.