Cases of chronic salpingo-oophoritis are quite common in modern gynecological practice. The disease is accompanied by inflammation of the uterus, which, of course, cannot but affect the well-being and functioning of the reproductive system. So what causes the disease and is there an effective treatment?
Causes of chronic salpingo-oophoritis
As a rule, the chronic form of the disease is the result of improper treatment of acute inflammation or a complete lack of therapy. In any case, the inflammatory process is the result of infection - it can be caused by pathogenic bacteria, viruses and even fungi, including a group of opportunistic microorganisms.
Chronic salpingoophoritis occurs not only due to the lack of treatment. Risk factors can also include a decrease in the immune system, which can be caused by colds, chronic illnesses, severe stress, malnutrition, etc. Stagnation of blood in the small pelvis often leads to the development of chronic inflammation. In case of disturbance of normal blood circulation, the drugs used during the treatment of acute salpingo-oophoritis simply do not reach the target organ.
Symptoms of chronic salpingoophoritis
In fact, the clinical picture with such a disease is slightly blurry, since the chronic form of inflammation develops and progresses over the years. However, most patients complain of pain in the lower abdomen: sometimes they are severe, and sometimes they completely disappear. Constant painful attacks, of course, cannot but affect the behavior and emotional state of the woman - increased irritability, constant fatigue and weakness appear.
Menstrual irregularities are also a sign of chronic salpingo-oophoritis. Some women complain of abundant and uncharacteristic vaginal discharge.
Chronic salpingo-oophoritis: consequences
In fact, the chronic inflammatory process is extremely dangerous, as functional changes in the reproductive system are observed as they develop. For example, the activity of cilia lining the fallopian tubes and responsible for the movement of the egg is often reduced. Such a deviation can lead to difficulties in fertilization and increase the risk of developing an ectopic pregnancy. In addition, inflammation often causes the formation of adhesions in the fallopian tubes, which, in turn, is fraught with infertility.
How to cure salpingoophoritis?
Treatment of such a disease can take months, and sometimes even years. Of course, anti-inflammatory drugs are used in therapy, and sometimes antibiotics (in the presence of a bacterial infection). But no less important stage is the elimination of fluid stagnation in the pelvis. To this end, women are recommended to adhere to an active lifestyle, in particular, not to refuse therapeutic gymnastics and to observe the correct mode of work and rest. Sanatorium-resort treatment, which, however, is prohibited during an exacerbation of the disease, will also be useful. In some cases, even hirudotherapy is used, since leeches release a substance with thinning properties into the blood, which helps to eliminate stagnation and normalize blood circulation.