Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: I am about four weeks pregnant. The hospital examination suggests possible pelvic inflammatory disease. What should I pay attention to? Does it affect the mother and the fetus? Recently, I have been experiencing lower back pain and sweating in my hands and feet. Is this related to pregnancy?Duration and onset of symptoms: The lower back pain and sweating in my hands and feet started two days ago, but pelvic inflammatory disease is what worries me more.
Medical history: I had an abortion one and a half years ago. As a person from the south living in the north, I suffer from pharyngitis and can't tolerate the dry climate. Last year, I barely stopped taking medication until November. In July and August 2005, I had vaginitis, which has been cured.
Doctor's answer:
Experts believe that in addition to seeking medical treatment as soon as possible, it is important not to use medications privately or indiscriminately to avoid causing fetal malformations. During pregnancy, treatment should also take into account the specific constitution of the pregnant woman and carefully consider the dosage of medications to avoid exacerbating pelvic inflammatory disease and the risk of miscarriage. The occurrence of pelvic inflammatory disease not only affects a woman's life but also leads to gynecological diseases. Therefore, it is best to undergo routine gynecological examinations at the hospital to identify the cause and receive targeted treatment. In daily life, it is important to drink more water and pay attention to personal hygiene.