How is pelvic inflammatory disease diagnosed and treated?
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection of the female reproductive organs, often caused by sexually transmitted infections (STIs) like chlamydia and gonorrhea. Diagnosis typically involves a pelvic exam, STI testing, and imaging studies. Treatment includes antibiotics to clear the infection, but if left untreated, PID can result in chronic pelvic pain, ectopic pregnancy, and infertility.
