Understanding Annexitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Treatment Options
– Adnexitis is inflammation of the ovaries or fallopian tubes.
– It can cause female infertility.
– Adnexitis is caused by ascending bacterial infections, such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, and bacterial vaginosis, which are sexually transmitted diseases.
– Common symptoms of adnexitis include irregular and painful menstruation, vaginal discharge with strong or unpleasant odor, bleeding after intercourse, discomfort when urinating, high fever, and bleeding between periods.
– Complications of adnexitis can include chronic pelvic pain, ectopic pregnancies, and female infertility.
– Treatment for adnexitis usually involves antibiotics, and it is important to complete the treatment even if symptoms improve.
– Prevention methods include using condoms, regular gynecological check-ups, tests for STDs, practicing good intimate and sexual hygiene, and abstaining from sexual intercourse.
– Bacteria reach the fallopian tubes and ovaries through the vagina.
– Young, sexually active women are at higher risk, especially during the menstrual period and with frequent partner swapping.
– Gynaecological procedures like using a spiral increase the risk.
– Symptoms include fever, lower abdominal pain, malaise, nausea, vomiting, and foul-smelling vaginal discharge.
– Diagnosis is done through a gynaecological examination, with pain on palpation being typical.
– Chlamydia bacteria can be detected in vaginal smears.
– Ultrasound and blood tests may also be used.
– Treatment includes antibiotics, pain-relievers, and anti-inflammatory medication.
– Laparoscopy may be necessary if there are abscesses or peritoneal infection.
– If the inflammation is caused by an infected spiral, it must be removed.
– Untreated or late-treated inflammation can lead to infertility and growths in the fallopian tubes, increasing the risk of ectopic pregnancy.