What is Pelvic Inflammatory Disease?

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a polymicrobial infection of the uterus, fallopian tubes and other reproductive organs in women. Worldwide, PID is highly prevalent among sexually active adolescent females although it can occur at any age.

 
What are the Causes and Risk Factors of Pelvic Inflammatory Disease?

Causes of pelvic inflammatory disease

Pelvic inflammatory disease is commonly caused by microorganism known as Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae which move into the reproductive organs through the vagina or cervix. Various other 

What are the Signs and Symptoms of Pelvic Inflammatory Disease?

Signs and symptoms of pelvic inflammatory disease 

The common symptoms of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) include pain in the lower abdomen, pain during intercourse (dyspareunia), fever, back pain and vomiting. It may also be associated with abnormal discharge or bleeding through the vagina, vaginal 

How is Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Diagnosed?

Diagnosis of pelvic inflammatory disease

What is the Treatment for Pelvic Inflammatory Disease?

Treatment of pelvic inflammatory disease

Prompt treatment during the earlier stages can effectively prevent the complications. Various antibiotic regimens for about 2 weeks based on the severity of the disease are commonly advised. In case of severe pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), admission 

What are the Complications for Pelvic Inflammatory Disease?

Pelvic inflammatory disease frequently causes damage, scarring or occlusion of the fallopian tubes, which is irreversible and can result in infertility. Other long-termcomplications noted include a condition known as ectopic pregnancy and chronic pain in the pelvic region.