Patient's question:
I have extensive hydrosalpinx, adhesion, and torsion in my right fallopian tube. Last September, I had surgery on it. On the left side, I had a tubal ostomy, and after a month, the hydrosalpinx was cleared during the water infusion. Now, an ultrasound shows cystic expansion in the left tube with signs of hydrosalpinx. I am currently receiving anti-inflammatory injections and microwave therapy on the lower abdomen.I have suffered from severe menstrual cramps since I was 13. My period involves large, liver-colored, mushy blood clots that are quite hard. My body has always been weak. Do you have any Chinese herbal formulas that can treat this?
Doctor's answer:
Hydrosalpinx is caused by inflammation and blockage. It is recommended to actively treat inflammation with intravenous antibiotics for 5 days for three months.● Pay attention to personal hygiene and strengthen hygiene during menstruation, postpartum, and after miscarriage. Change underwear and sanitary pads frequently, avoid catching colds, and avoid overexertion.
● Eat light and nutritious foods. Prioritize light foods and consume nutrient-rich foods such as eggs, tofu, red beans, and spinach. Avoid raw, cold, and foods.
● Avoid sexual activity during menstruation. Refrain from sexual intercourse to prevent infection. Menstrual pads should be kept clean and sanitary. It is best to use disinfected sanitary paper.
● Drink more water. Pelvic inflammation can cause fever, so it is important to drink more water to lower body temperature.
Antibiotic treatment: Penicillin, gentamicin, and metronidazole are the first-line treatments. If gonorrhea or chlamydia infection is suspected, tetracycline should be added. For severe cases, effective broad-spectrum antibiotics should be chosen. Additionally, pay attention to whether there is anaerobic bacterial infection.
Physical therapy: Promoting pelvic circulation and improving tissue nutrition can help alleviate symptoms and facilitate the absorption and resolution of inflammation. Common methods include shortwave therapy, infrared heat therapy, and iodine or calcium ion penetration therapy.