What Are the Signs & Symptoms of Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)?

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Overview Symptoms Complications & Risks Testing & Diagnosis Treatment Do I Have PID?

Symptoms

People with PID often show no symptoms, the most common one displayed is pain in the lower abdominal area. Other symptoms can include:

  • Fever
  • Irregular menstrual bleeding
  • Pain during sex
  • Painful urination
  • Vaginal discharge, possibly with a strange odor

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Quick snapshot

Can it be cured?

Yes and No. Gonorrhea is easily treated with a course of antibiotics.

Type of Infection

Bacterial. Gonorrhea is caused by the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacterium.

How is it treated?

Antibiotics. A single Cefixime, Ceftriaxone, or Cephalosporin.

Recovery Time

Upto 1 week. One to two weeks can be needed for symptoms to fully disappear.

Can I have sex?

No. Sexual activity should be avoided until treatment is successful.

Can I get re-infected?

Yes. Re-infection is possible from sexual activity with an infected person.