Definition: Occurs when a bacteria
or organism enters the cervix and spreads upward. Symptoms of pelvic
inflammatory disease include: lower abdominal pain, fever up to 103
degrees, rapid pulse, chills, back pain, pain during sex, and vaginal
discharge. A sexually transmitted disease with 90% of all cases of
PID caused by untreated gonorrhea or chlamydia; however it can occur
following childbirth, abortion, or other pelvic procedures. Long term
consequences include future fertility issues and pelvic adhesions.
Can be fatal if left untreated.
Also Known As: PID
Common Misspellings: pelvic inflamatory
disease
