Patient's question:
I have had acute pelvic inflammatory for quite a while. I already finished a course of injections last time, but it hasn't improved. I have also taken some medication, which hasn't been very effective. I would like to ask if there are any better treatment methods?Doctor's answer:
Hello, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a general term for infections in the pelvic organs of women, including the lower abdomen. It starts as a cervical infection and spreads upward to the uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, and into the abdomen. Two common sexually transmitted diseases, chlamydia and gonorrhea, account for a significant portion of PID cases among middle-aged women.Mild symptoms may include a slight fever and lower abdominal pain, while more severe symptoms could involve high fever, severe pelvic pain similar to appendicitis. It is important for healthcare providers to be immediately seen for two reasons: the infection may be life-threatening, and PID is now the primary cause of infertility in young women due to scarring and fallopian tube blockage.
Recommended treatment includes taking Chinese herbal medicine such as Gynecological Qianjin Tablets (capsules), which can both anti-inflammatory and enhance immune function, thus helping to cure the condition and reduce recurrence. Generally, 3–4 courses of treatment are recommended, with 2–3 courses for milder cases, with each course lasting 14 days.
Participating in various forms of physical activity, especially endurance exercises like running and hiking, can strengthen the body's resistance.