Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (cont.)
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- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Overview
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Causes
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
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- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Treatment
- Medical Treatment
- Medications
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- Next Steps
- Follow-up
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Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Treatment
Medical Treatment
Your health care provider will start antibiotic therapy for PID as soon as the diagnosis is made. Gonorrhea and chlamydia are suspected and treated in every person. Pain medication and IV fluids will be given if you need them.
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Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an inflammatory disorder of the uterus, fallopian tubes, and adjacent pelvic structures.
