In the female sphere, inflammatory processes are considered the most common disease. Of all these, more than 60% are inflammation of the appendages. This disease occurs in almost every woman. Not many people know what caused inflammation, and what unpleasant consequences lurk in it.
Inflammation of the appendages is a rather insidious disease that proceeds almost imperceptibly, but which is quite a serious threat in later life. An advanced disease can cause infertility.
In normal condition, the ovaries and fallopian tubes are sterile. But under certain conditions, getting microbes there causes an inflammatory process.
What causes inflammation?
The causes of inflammation of the appendages are diverse. This may be insufficient hygiene, regular wearing of panties - thongs, as a narrow strip can be the main cause of the spread of microbes living in the rectum.
The most common cause of the development of the disease lies in sexually transmitted diseases. The main symptoms of inflammation of the appendages are sexually transmitted diseases caused by candida, chlamydia, gonococcus, etc.
Nerve stress reduces the body's immunity and weakens its protective functions. Therefore, banal hypothermia of the legs can provoke an inflammatory process. Hormonal disruptions can provoke the development of a cyst, due to which inflammation of the appendages can begin.
Transferred “on foot” a cold disease can provoke inflammation of the appendages.
What does a woman feel?
Symptoms of inflammation of the appendages are quite diverse and completely depend on the degree of the disease and the type of pathogen.
- There are aching pains in the lower abdomen, acquiring a sufficiently strong character during menstruation or hypothermia of the legs.
- Sharp pain during intercourse.
- Menstrual irregularities.
- Regular unusual discharge.
- In rare cases, irritation and itching of the genital organs are observed.
Symptoms of inflammation of the appendages can appear not only in women who have sex. Today, it is not uncommon to develop inflammation even in newborn girls. If discharge appears, consult a pediatric gynecologist immediately . Teen mothers should pay attention to complaints during menstruation.
Diagnosis of the disease
How to identify inflammation of the appendages? An accurate diagnosis after pre-taken tests can only be reported by a doctor.
If an increased level of leukocytes is observed in the general blood test, then this is a clear sign of the inflammatory process. During a gynecological examination, the doctor will determine the pain of the ovaries and uterus, which are the main symptoms of inflammation of the appendages. Taken smears will help determine the pathogen of infection. In some cases, ultrasound is performed.
How is inflammation of the appendages treated?
The essence of treatment is the use of antibacterial drugs. After treatment, a woman re-takes all the tests in order to make the effectiveness of the performed therapy easier.
Simultaneously with the woman, the sexual partner should also undergo treatment, otherwise the likelihood of reinfection is possible.
In severe cases, hospitalization is carried out. In the hospital, intravenous administration of antibiotics is performed, then oral treatment is continued.
Is treatment possible with folk remedies? Basically, such treatment can be used as an additional procedure. Consider the most popular ways.
Aloe treatment. Spines are cut from an aloe leaf and the skin is removed. Then, they are introduced into the vagina at night. After 3 treatments, you will experience a positive effect. At least 10 procedures are recommended.
Treatment with salt and soda. This tool is most effective at the first sign of inflammation. Mix in 1 liter of boiling water 1 table. lies. soda and sea salt. Boil and cool. Syringe with the resulting solution 2 times a day. The course of treatment is 10 days.
As a preventive measure, it is recommended that you visit a gynecologist twice a year. Only with timely treatment will you achieve a positive result that will help to avoid many problems in the future.