Patient's question:
Doctor, hello! A few days ago, I had a gynecological examination and found 2cm x 1cm fluid accumulation in the pelvis and a small 2cm x 2cm cyst on the left ovary. The doctor said the cyst is caused by inflammation. My current symptoms include persistent mild lower right abdominal pain, which sometimes worsens with my mood. My menstrual flow is a bit heavier than before, and I feel extremely tired and weak during my period, with more small blood clots. I would like to ask if I have chronic pelvic inflammatory disease? Additionally, I have had abdominal pain for a long time. In previous gynecological examinations, there was only a small amount of fluid in the pelvis, and everything else was normal. I have been taking medication, but the effect is not significant. Now I feel very down and very negative about my ability to recover.Doctor's answer:
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) often presents with symptoms such as lower abdominal pain and pressure, lower back and sacral soreness, and excessive vaginal discharge. If PID is not treated promptly, it can even lead to infertility, so it is crucial to seek active treatment.During the acute phase, antibiotic treatment is necessary, and it should be used as prescribed by a doctor. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) contains excellent ingredients, such as bugleweed, Chinese skullcap, and patrinia. While antibiotics target the pathogens, TCM herbs can help reduce inflammation and alleviate pain. For example, Kangfu Anti-inflammatory Suppositories are widely used in clinical practice. Multi-center clinical studies across the country have shown that they are highly effective in treating gynecological inflammation, including PID.