Medications

Because samples of the bacteria from the upper genital tract are difficult to obtain and because many different organisms may be responsible for your PID, especially if it is not your first occurrence, the doctor will prescribe at least 2 antibiotics at the same time that are effective against a wide range of infectious germs.

Your doctor may provide IV antibiotics through the office, visiting nurse, or clinic. Emergency department doctors can also provide oral and IV treatment. Depending on the severity of the particular case of PID, a doctor may also choose to admit you for hospital treatment.

• If you are pregnant, you are going to be admitted into the hospital. If the doctor is unsure that you have PID, a gynecologist will be consulted. If the doctor cannot rule out appendicitis or another surgical emergency, a surgeon may be called to examine you.
  
  
• If you do not improve within 72 hours of starting treatment, then you should be reevaluated to make sure you have PID. You may be given IV antibiotics and be admitted to the hospital.

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