Patient's question:
Please ask if my wife's menstrual cycle has been unstable recently. Today, she is bleeding dark black blood. She has pelvic inflammation. Two months ago, she went to Bo Ai Hospital for treatment and was prescribed a lot of medicine, but she did not follow up. I don't know what the dark blood means.Doctor's answer:
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is commonly classified into acute PID and chronic PID. If the acute phase is not treated thoroughly, it can progress to chronic PID. Therefore, active and comprehensive treatment should be initiated during the acute phase, and treatment should not be stopped merely because symptoms temporarily subside. At the same time, lifestyle adjustments and measures to prevent recurrence should be implemented.Additionally, if PID affects the fallopian tubes, causing adhesions or complete obstruction of the lumen, it may impact future fertility and lead to infertility. However, if the inflammation is limited to the pelvic connective tissues without involving the fallopian tubes, fertility will not be affected. Conservative drug treatment can be adopted. Integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine treatment has significant advantages in this regard, as it is less likely to result in drug resistance. Recommended herbal medications include Fuke Qianjin Pian (capsules), which can effectively treat cervical inflammation. Generally, 3–4 treatment courses are recommended, with 2–3 courses for milder cases. Each course lasts 14 days.
It is advisable to consume more high-protein foods, such as lean meat and soy products, along with plenty of vegetables and fruits. This not only meets the body's nutritional needs but also helps avoid weight gain.