Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
Infection of the upper part of the female reproductive system
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Field | Gynecology |
| Symptoms | Lower abdominal pain, vaginal discharge, fever, painful urination, painful intercourse, irregular menstruation |
| Complications | Infertility, ectopic pregnancy, chronic pelvic pain |
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| Causes | Sexually transmitted infections, bacterial vaginosis |
| Risks | Multiple sexual partners, unprotected sex, douching |
| Diagnosis | Based on symptoms, pelvic exam, ultrasound, laparoscopy |
| Differential diagnosis | Appendicitis, ectopic pregnancy, endometriosis, urinary tract infection |
| Prevention | Safe sex practices, regular STI screening |
| Treatment | Antibiotics, hospitalization in severe cases |
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Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection of the upper part of the female reproductive system, including the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. It is often caused by sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as chlamydia and gonorrhea, but can also result from other bacterial infections.
Signs and symptoms[edit | edit source]
Common symptoms of PID include:
- Lower abdominal pain
- Vaginal discharge with an unpleasant odor
- Fever
- Painful urination
- Painful intercourse
- Irregular menstruation
Complications[edit | edit source]
If left untreated, PID can lead to serious complications such as:
- Infertility
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Chronic pelvic pain
Causes[edit | edit source]
PID is primarily caused by STIs, particularly chlamydia and gonorrhea. Other causes include:
- Bacterial vaginosis
- Procedures that disrupt the cervix, such as intrauterine device (IUD) insertion or abortion
Risk factors[edit | edit source]
Risk factors for developing PID include:
- Multiple sexual partners
- Unprotected sex
- Douching
Diagnosis[edit | edit source]
Diagnosis of PID is typically based on:
- Symptoms
- Pelvic exam
- Ultrasound
- Laparoscopy
Differential diagnosis[edit | edit source]
Conditions that may present similarly to PID include:
Prevention[edit | edit source]
Preventive measures include:
- Practicing safe sex
- Regular screening for STIs
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment for PID usually involves:
- Antibiotics
- Hospitalization in severe cases
Related pages[edit | edit source]
- Sexually transmitted infection
- Chlamydia infection
- Gonorrhea
- Infertility
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Endometriosis
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