Patient's question:
Female, 30, nulliparous.I had acute pelvic inflammatory disease in July and have been symptom-free for three months after treatment. Four cycles after the onset of the disease, I had sexual intercourse with my husband, now occurring once a week. Recently, I've been feeling a constant urge to defecate, with a slight ache on the left side when jostled, but no discomfort when sitting or sleeping. There have been no abnormalities during intercourse, and sometimes the ache disappears after the act.
I'd like to ask: Is this chronic pelvic inflammatory disease? Can acute pelvic inflammatory disease recur? The last medication I took was Guizhi Fuling Capsules. Can I get pregnant now? If not, how long should I wait?
Doctor's answer:
Hello, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is divided into acute and chronic forms. The former has a rapid onset and generally has obvious causes. If treated promptly, thoroughly, and effectively, it is often curable. When acute inflammation is not completely treated, it can transform into chronic PID. However, more often, it is due to a slow onset and mild symptoms that go unnoticed, leading to delayed treatment and the progression to chronic PID. This type of pelvic inflammatory disease often causes infertility in women.In terms of treatment, patients can take the Chinese herbal medicine Fuyanwan. It is recommended that patients enhance their dietary nutrition, maintain regular bowel movements, drink plenty of water, exercise more, and pay attention to personal hygiene. They should also strengthen menstrual hygiene, avoid sexual intercourse during menstruation, and refrain from it during the treatment period. It is advised to wait three months after treatment before becoming pregnant. Wishing you good health.