Endometritis
On this page, you’ll find everything you need to know about endometritis.
What Is Endometritis?
Endometritis is an inflammation or irritation of the lining of the uterus. It can be either acute or chronic and occurs frequently.
- What Are the Symptoms of Endometritis?
- Abdominal bloating.
- Pain in the lower abdomen or around the uterus.
- Abnormal vaginalbleeding..
- Bowel movement problems, including constipation.
Fever.
What Are the Causes of Endometritis?
- Endometritis often occurs due toan infection in thelower reproductive tract andis often caused by:
- Infections in the uterine lining due to sexually transmitted diseases like chlamydia and gonorrhea.
- Tuberculosis.
Following a miscarriage, unscheduled cesarean section, orextended time in the operating room.
- There are factors that increase the risk of developing endometritis. These include:
- The risk of endometritis may increase afterpelvic procedures conducted through the cervix, including:
- Removal of damaged uterine tissue.
- Endometrial biopsy.
- Hysteroscopy.
Insertion of an intrauterine device (IUD).
Cesarean section.:
- How IsEndometritisESRDiagnosed?
- The doctor will take the patient’s medical history and perform a clinical examination. They may also request additional tests if needed, such as:
- Laboratory blood tests, for white blood cells and the erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR).
- Tests for sexuallytransmitted diseases.
Vaginal swab test.
Uterine biopsy.
- How Is Endometritis Treated?
- Treatment involves several procedures, as needed, and may include the following:
- Antibiotics as recommended bythe treating physician..
Some may require hospital treatment if symptoms are severe or occur after childbirth, which may include intravenous fluids and rest.
- Treatment of underlying diseases like sexually transmitted diseases or tuberculosis.
How Can Endometritis be Prevented?
Ensure that your partner is free from sexually transmitted diseases.
- What Are the Complications of Endometritis?
- In most cases, endometritis is treated without any complications, but in rare untreated cases, the following may occur:
- Endometrial Cancer.
- Sepsis.
Pelvic abscess.
Peritonitis.
When Should You See a Doctor?
Visit the doctor if symptoms recur.
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