How do you know the cause of pelvic inflammatory disease?

The cause of pelvic inflammatory disease may be related to factors such as infection, personal hygiene, sexual habits, and immune status. If you have long-term symptoms such as lower abdominal pain, abnormal vaginal discharge, and menstrual disorders, it is recommended to see a doctor as soon as possible to identify the cause and receive timely treatment.

1) Infectious factors

The most common direct cause of pelvic inflammatory disease is pathogenic infection, especially caused by bacteria, viruses or mycoplasma. For example, untreated genital tract infections (such as Neisseria gonorrhoeae and Chlamydia trachomatis) may cause pelvic inflammatory disease through ascending infection. Surgical operations (such as curettage, artificial abortion, etc.) may also cause infection if sterile operation is not strictly observed. The key to preventing infection is to ensure genital cleanliness and avoid unnecessary gynecological surgery. If you have vaginitis or other infections, you should seek timely treatment to reduce the possibility of pelvic inflammatory disease.

2) Hygiene habits and sexual life factors

Poor personal hygiene habits (such as not changing sanitary products frequently during menstruation) may increase the risk of bacteria invading the reproductive tract. In addition, frequent or unsafe sex, multiple sexual partners and other behaviors may also cause damage to the reproductive tract barrier and increase the probability of infection. To reduce the risk of pelvic inflammatory disease, you should develop good personal hygiene habits, especially during menstruation, you need to pay more attention to cleanliness. At the same time, you need to adhere to safe sex. Using condoms can not only prevent pregnancy, but also effectively prevent sexually transmitted diseases.

3) The body’s immune status and chronic diseases

Long-term low immune system (such as diabetes, long-term excessive stress, etc.) may reduce the body's ability to fight bacteria, leading to an increased risk of infection. Some women may also experience symptoms of pelvic inflammatory disease due to tuberculosis bacteria affecting the reproductive system. This type of infection requires professional anti-infection treatment. Ways to improve immunity include eating a balanced diet, consuming more vitamin-rich foods, and exercising regularly. If you already have a chronic disease that affects your immunity, you must actively manage the underlying condition and have regular checkups.

4) Trauma and other pathological causes

When female reproductive organs are damaged by external forces, it may cause inflammation in the internal structure, further leading to pelvic inflammatory disease. When suffering from endometriosis or ovarian cysts, local blood circulation is affected, which may also become a cause of inflammation. If the pelvic problems are caused by trauma and specific diseases, a gynecologist should develop a systematic treatment plan based on the specific situation.

If a woman has symptoms suspected of pelvic inflammatory disease, she should seek medical attention as soon as possible, and make a clear diagnosis through B-ultrasound or secretion culture, so as to develop a targeted treatment plan. Treatment includes effective use of antibiotics (such as cephalosporins, metronidazole, etc.), or surgical removal of lesions for stubborn infections. Paying attention to prevention in daily life is the key to staying away from pelvic inflammatory disease, especially in terms of sexual safety and hygiene management.