Pelvic Inflammatory Disease And Infertility

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Every year in the United States, thousands of women experience pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), and about 10-15% of those women will encounter challenges with conception. PID is an infection which occurs in a woman’s reproductive organs. Unfortunately, this condition often goes unnoticed because symptoms are often vague and masked by other causes.

SYMPTOMS OF PID

Bacteria from the vagina or cervix can move toward the reproductive organs and cause infection. There are many types of bacteria associated with PID; however, most often, bacteria from sexually transmitted diseases are the cause. Chlamydia and gonorrhea are the most common sources of this infection. Symptoms include:

- lower abdominal pain

- vaginal discharge

- painful intercourse

- painful urination

- fever

PID symptoms develop over time and may be so mild that they go unnoticed. As the infection worsens, symptoms may increase. Sometimes they will appear suddenly. Whenever these symptoms are present, it is important to see a doctor right away. Early diagnosis of PID reduces the risk of infertility and other serious conditions. 

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