Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
What is Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease is an infection and inflammation of the female reproductive organs – mainly the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries.
It usually develops when bacteria travel upward from the vagina or cervix into these organs.
Causes / Risk Factors
- Untreated vaginal or cervical infections (commonly Chlamydia or Gonorrhea).
- Multiple sexual partners or unprotected intercourse.
- Recent abortion, miscarriage, or childbirth (if infection spreads).
- Insertion of intrauterine devices (IUDs) without proper aseptic precautions.
- Weak immunity or poor genital hygiene.
Symptoms
- Lower abdominal / pelvic pain (often dull or crampy).
- Irregular vaginal discharge (foul-smelling, sometimes yellow/green).
- Pain during intercourse.
- Burning urination.
- Irregular menstrual bleeding.
- Fever, chills, or fatigue in acute cases.
- In chronic PID – persistent pelvic pain, infertility, or ectopic pregnancy risk.
Complications
If not treated properly, PID may lead to:
- Infertility (due to blocked fallopian tubes).
- Ectopic pregnancy.
- Chronic pelvic pain.
- Recurrent infections.
Homeopathic Perspective
Homeopathy focuses on removing the infection tendency, boosting immunity, and healing damaged tissues without suppressing natural defenses.
Commonly Used Remedies:
- Medorrhinum – chronic PID with thick greenish discharge, burning, and pelvic pain.
- Pulsatilla – mild, changeable symptoms, thick discharge, delayed menses, weeping mood.
- Sepia – pelvic heaviness, bearing-down pain, vaginal discharge, associated menstrual irregularities.
- Mercurius solubilis – offensive, purulent discharge, with burning and soreness.
- Kreosotum – acrid, irritating discharge causing itching and rawness.
(Selection depends on full case history – not for self-medication.)
Precautions & Lifestyle
- Practice safe sex (use protection, avoid multiple partners).
- Complete treatment of any vaginal/cervical infections early.
- Maintain intimate hygiene (especially during menses and after delivery).
- Take rest during acute pain/fever episodes.
- Balanced diet and hydration to improve immunity.
- Avoid self-medication with antibiotics, as it may suppress but not cure.
With timely homeopathic management, PID symptoms can be reduced, recurrence prevented, and complications like infertility avoided.
