what is pelvic inflammatory disease ?
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An infection of the female reproductive organs.
It usually occurs when sexually transmitted bacteria spread from the vagina to the womb (uterus), fallopian tubes or ovaries.
Common:
More than 1 million cases per year (India)
Spreads by sexual contact
Treatable by a medical professional
Short-term: resolves within days to weeks
Requires a medical diagnosis
Lab tests or imaging often required
Common symptoms include pelvic pain and fever. There may be vaginal discharge.
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