10 Causes of Pelvic Pain
Cause #4: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Pelvic inflammatory disease is a condition where the upper part of the female reproductive system is infected. This includes the ovaries and the fallopian tubes. In some cases, there may not be any symptoms. When present, it may include a burning sensation during urination, vaginal discharge, pain during intercourse, fever, irregular menstruation, pelvic pain, and infertility. It can lead to complications such as cancer and ectopic pregnancy.
In 75 to 90 percent of cases, the infection is due to Neisseria gonorrhoeae or Chlamydia trachomatis. Diagnosis is based on the patient’s signs and symptoms with the help of imaging. Treatment usually involves the use of antibiotics. This condition is estimated to affect about 1.5 percent of young women annually.
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