Patient's question:
These past few days, I've been experiencing severe lower abdominal pain. I thought it was my period, so I drank some brown sugar water, but after my period ended, the pain still persisted. Feeling strange, I went to the hospital for a follow-up check-up. The results showed that I have mild pelvic inflammatory disease, which is causing my lower abdominal pain. I want to know what the symptoms of pelvic inflammatory disease are?Doctor's answer:
The main clinical diagnostic symptoms of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID): lower back pain or lower abdominal pain, or worsening due to prolonged standing, overexertion, sexual intercourse, or premenstrual period; severe cases may affect training. There may also be increased vaginal discharge, menstrual disorders, heavy menstrual flow, dysmenorrhea, and discomfort during intercourse; fallopian tube blockage, infertility, etc. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly at a regular hospital for a thorough examination. Under the guidance of a doctor, symptomatic treatment should be administered to avoid delaying the condition. If there is bleeding during intercourse, it is advisable to visit a hospital for a check-up, as it may be caused by cervical erosion, which could also lead to PID. PID is not something to be feared; patients should believe in their ability to overcome the illness. As long as symptoms are detected early and symptomatic treatment is provided, the chances of controlling the condition and recovery are very high.