PELVIC INFLAMMATORY DISEASE (PID)

Pelvic inflammatory disease(PID) refers to inflammation of the uterus, fallopian tubes, and/or ovaries as it leads to scar formation with adhesions to nearby tissues and organs. Sometimes this condition can lead to infertility in women. PID is generally classified by affected organs, the stage of the infection, and the organism(s) causing it.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

The symptoms of PID include:

• Vaginal discharge which is foul-smelling, itchy profuse and persistent
• Lower abdominal pain
• Painful intercourse
• Irregular menstrual bleeding
• Fever
• Cervical motion tenderness

TREATMENT FOR PID

As PID is difficult to diagnose and can cause serious health problems, it should be treated at the earliest. A doctor would start the treatment when even he or she is not completely sure about PID.

• Treatment is given in the form of anti-biotic and anti-inflammatory drugs for 14-21days. If the condition doesn't improve,  a woman may need to undergo further tests or treatment. You may be given injections of antibiotics.
• If your PID is very severe you will feel very ill and will need to go to the hospital. If a woman has a pelvic abscess (a collection of infected fluid, or pus, in your lower abdomen), you may need an operation to drain the abscess and clear the affected area.