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Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Pelvic inflammatory disease, otherwise called PID, is the infection of the uterus, cervix, fallopian tubes, or ovaries (female reproductive organs). The bacteria that causes sexually transmitted disease like chlamydia and gonorrhea can also cause PID. If left untreated, the infection can spread in the bloodstream and cause life-threatening complications.

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I have a bony lump in my vaginal canal. What could this be?

Query: Hello doctor, I have a hard, bony-like lump inside my vaginal canal. There is no bleeding between periods, and I experience no pain. I feel a firm mass on the posterior side of the vaginal canal. Please help. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query, and I can understand your concern. A bony-like ball inside the vaginal canal is not a normal finding, and you should seek medical advice as soon as possible. This symptom could be a sign of various conditions, including: Uterine fibroids: Th...  Read Full »

I had another bleeding after 15 days of my period. Why?

Query: Hello doctor,I had my period last month. Then, 15 days later, I had another bleeding. It was really strong and acted like my normal period does, but it is pretty unusual for me to get my period that fast again. Now, 15 days later, I have bleeding again, but this time really weak with strong headache...  Read Full »


Dr. Pandian. P

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. This may be due to infection of the urinary tract, pelvic inflammatory response, or hormone imbalance. I suggest you need a complete evaluation. Kindly do the following tests: 1. Urine routine and culture test...  Read Full »

My girlfriend has pain while having sex. What could be the reason?

Query: Hello doctor, My girlfriend is 24 years old. After having sex, my girlfriend's vagina usually hurts when we have sex after a duration of one month. She is usually aroused and tells me when she is ready for penetration. I do not understand why it hurts her when being penetrated at the start of the ac...  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. There could be two reasons for the pain, 1. Pelvic Inflammatory disease (PID) - vaginal infection is transmitted during sex, so both have to be treated at a time or else you will get infected next time of sex. You may hav...  Read Full »

I have vomiting, and pain on the left side of my pelvis for three days, and missed periods for five months. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 23-year-old female. I am having vomiting for the past three days. I have pain in the left side of my pelvis. I also have headaches and chest pain. And I have been diagnosed with two gallbladders. I have not had my periods in five months and sure that I am not pregnant. I am experie...  Read Full »


Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri

Answer: Hi Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. In the picture provided by you (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), there is both white discharge and bleeding present. I believe the differential diagnosis can be the following- Pelvic inflammatory d...  Read Full »

After taking contraceptive pills, my period is irregular. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 30-year-old woman, sexually active. I had my last period two months back. I did not have my period last month. I was tested negative for UPT (urine pregnancy test). I started taking the daily contraceptive pill Freedase 30 for the last 10 days for correction of my menstrual cycl...  Read Full »


Dr. Chibitam Hope Obia

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Regarding your symptoms, you have developed a pelvic inflammatory disease with menstrual cessation. I suggest you take the following: Tablet Ventolin (Albuterol) 4 mg twice daily. Capsule Piroxicam 40 mg tw...  Read Full »

I have pelvic pain and smelly vaginal discharge. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, Before two years, I got married. I have pelvic pain for around seven months. I also had back pain. But I neglected it, thinking that it might be some digestion issue. Now, I am getting a mild foul smelling watery discharge for the past one month. Will this affect my fertility? Last month,...  Read Full »


Dr. Sameer Kumar

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are suffering from pelvic inflammatory disease secondary to recurrent vaginal infections. Presently, foul-smelling watery discharge indicates a bacterial vaginosis infection which is a deterrent for the fertility indeed and needs to be treated first. Ideally, both p...  Read Full »

I have extreme sensitivity and swelling in clitoris. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I am experiencing extreme sensitivity in my clitoris. Just my pants/underwear touching it is bothering me right now. I would not describe this as an itch, it is just sensitive. Also, it may appear that it is swollen, and when I pinch it I feel a ball inside of it. Perhaps it was always...  Read Full »


Dr. Uzma Arqam

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It would be better if you could send me a picture of the lesion. It could be some pelvic infection or a sign of a sexually transmitted infection or local inflammation such as abscess as you feel some ball appearance. 1. Temporarily sit in warm water to relieve pain. ...  Read Full »

Is whitish discharge before my period normal?

Query: Hi doctor,My period is due sometime this week, and I am seeing a white/ yellow discharge odorless. Is this normal? For sure, I am not pregnant because the last time I had sex was over three months ago, and I got my period every month after that. What can this be? Should I be worried, or is this norm...  Read Full »


Dr. Settipalli Saravan Pramod

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The symptoms are suggestive of PID (pelvic inflammatory disease), which is quite common in sexually active women. It is advisable to have a USG (ultrasound) abdomen scan to rule out any other possibilities. Did you have any history of fever or any itching-like sens...  Read Full »

I am experiencing pelvic and left ovary pain. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 33 years old female, and I have had three c-sections and normal regular periods. My menstrual cycle three months back was short and lighter, and I ovulated about a week early. I noticed some pain, which almost reminded me of implantation pain. This continued on and off with pain an...  Read Full »


Dr. Joshi Shalaka Kishor

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. After undergoing three cesarean sections, it is quite possible to have intra-abdominal adhesions which may give rise to intermittent pain associated with the bowel movements. The pain that you experienced could be mid cycle ovulation pain. As you have undergone transvag...  Read Full »

I am having backache and vaginal discharge. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor,I am sexually active with one partner only. I am not well for the last 4 months. I am having bad backache and a smelly, white thick sometimes brown color vaginal discharge, lower abdomen pain and vaginal pain while urination. I have consulted my gynecologist and took proper medicine. Now a...  Read Full »


Dr. Yelamanchili Alekhya

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is the most common cause of infertility if not treated in early stages. Follow the instructions and antibiotics given by your doctor and have a scan done. So, that you will come to know the progress of the disease. Do not...  Read Full »

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