Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: For the past two weeks after this menstrual period, I have been experiencing sharp, knife-like pain in the lower left abdomen, along with general discomfort in the entire lower abdomen. Additionally, my vaginal discharge is blood-stained. The doctor diagnosed me with adnexitis, and after taking Ginkgo biloba, the pain has reduced, but the blood-stained discharge persists. Should I seek further medical attention?Duration and course of the current illness: Two weeks
Current general condition: Excessive vaginal discharge
Medical history: Cervical erosion, which has been treated with microwave therapy
Previous diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes:
Auxiliary tests: Color Doppler ultrasound and cell staining. The ultrasound results were not conclusive.
Doctor's answer:
Hello, appendicitis pain is often characterized by severe bilateral lower abdominal pain, which intensifies with pressure. Sometimes, one side of the lower abdomen may be more painful than the other. Chronic appendicitis, on the other hand, does not typically cause obvious fever or abdominal pain, but may only result in lower back soreness or discomfort, or a sense of heaviness and pulling in the lower abdomen, which fluctuates in severity. It may also be accompanied by symptoms such as increased vaginal discharge and menstrual irregularities. Appendicitis is generally treated using a combination of traditional Chinese and Western medicine methods. Physical therapy options, such as laser, microwave, or ion penetration, can also be considered. In daily life, it is important to maintain a balance between rest and activity, increase nutrition, and exercise regularly to enhance overall immunity.