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 feel like I need to have a bowel movement frequently, and there is some soreness on the left side when I am bumped, but there is no sensation when sitting or sleeping, and no abnormality during intercourse. Sometimes, after intercourse, the soreness disappears.
I would like to ask if this is 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 usually has a clear cause. 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, engage in regular exercise, pay attention to personal hygiene, and strengthen menstrual hygiene. Abstinence from sexual intercourse during menstruation is advised, and it should also be avoided during the treatment period. It is recommended to wait three months after completing treatment before becoming pregnant. Wishing you good health.