Patient's question:
A few days ago, I went to the hospital for a check-up. The doctor said I have chronic pelvic inflammatory disease and pelvic effusion. In the past two days, I have been receiving intravenous drip and microwave treatment, but they haven't given me any medication. Currently, I occasionally have sharp pain on both sides of my lower abdomen and waist, occasional fever, and slight itching in the vaginal area. It's the sixth day of my period. During the second to fourth days of my period, I always had a lot of flow when using the restroom, and I could see small blood clots. I also experienced dizziness. Today is the sixth day, and there was no blood flow when I used the restroom. If the bleeding hasn't stopped by tomorrow, would that be abnormal? If I'm in this condition, can I take some traditional Chinese medicine or Western medicine?Doctor's answer:
Hello: According to your condition, single anti-inflammatory treatment should be sufficient! However, patience is required when taking medication! Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an inflammation of the female internal reproductive organs and the surrounding connective tissues and the pelvic peritoneum. The inflammation can be limited to one area or occur simultaneously in multiple areas, and it can be classified as either acute or chronic. Acute PID is primarily caused by pathogens, and its clinical manifestations can vary depending on the severity and extent of the inflammation. Patients often experience high fever, chills, loss of appetite, and lower abdominal pain, and may also have digestive and urinary system symptoms. Chronic PID is often a result of inadequate or incomplete treatment of acute PID, poor patient constitution, and prolonged duration. It can also occur without a typical history of acute inflammation, and may manifest as acute episodes when the body's resistance is weakened. Patients typically have mild systemic symptoms, such as low fever, lower abdominal pain, and back pain. Menstruation may increase, and leukorrhea (vaginal discharge) may also increase. If ovarian function is impaired, menstrual disorders may occur. If fallopian tube adhesion or blockage occurs, infertility may result. It is important to maintain good hygiene during the four phases (menstruation, pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause) and actively treat vaginal infections and cervical inflammation. Regular exercise should be encouraged to strengthen the body. If surgical indications exist, surgical treatment should be performed. For chronic PID, comprehensive treatment is recommended.