Can you have sexual intercourse with endometritis?

Written by Du Rui Xia
Obstetrics
Updated on September 07, 2024
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Endometritis can be divided into acute endometritis and chronic endometritis. During acute endometritis, it is necessary to avoid sexual activity, as this not only aggravates the endometritis but also leads to its spread due to sexual stimulation. Additionally, sexual arousal can increase vaginal secretions, likely causing inflammation and symptoms such as lower back pain and soreness, which can affect a woman's mood and decrease her libido. It is advisable to wait until the inflammation is under control and the body has returned to normal before resuming regular sexual activity.

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Can endometritis eat beef?

Beef is a very nutritious food, originally a high-protein diet that anyone without allergic symptoms can consume. However, one should not have a biased diet and avoid eating foods that are too cold. Endometritis and the consumption of beef are unrelated. Endometritis primarily requires examination and treatment. It is important to avoid overexertion and maintain a regular lifestyle. During treatment, one should abstain from sexual activity, as it can lead to decreased immunity and worsened inflammation, but this has nothing to do with eating beef.

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Can an intrauterine device be removed if there is endometritis?

When endometritis occurs, because there is inflammation locally, intrauterine operations cannot be performed, thus the intrauterine device (IUD) cannot be removed. The symptoms of endometritis can include the discharge of purulent secretions from the vagina and tenderness in the lower abdomen, and it can even lead to systemic infection symptoms such as fever. If one wishes to remove the IUD, it is essential to carry out standard anti-inflammatory treatment using antibiotics to treat the inflammation, and the IUD can only be removed after the symptoms have alleviated. The alleviation of symptoms primarily includes the following aspects: First, there is no longer pus discharge from the vagina. Second, there is no longer tenderness or rebound pain in the lower abdomen. Third, there are no symptoms of systemic fever or others. When removing the IUD, comprehensive disinfection should be noted to avoid causing a recurrence of endometritis or spreading the inflammation.

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Endometritis menstrual symptoms

Endometritis occurring during menstruation can result in increased menstrual flow and extended periods. The most common clinical symptoms of endometritis include lower abdominal pain and increased vaginal discharge. The abdominal pain is often persistent and worsens with activity or after intercourse. In severe cases, it may also be accompanied by fever, chills, headache, loss of appetite, and fatigue. If accompanied by peritonitis, symptoms related to the digestive system such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal distension, and diarrhea may occur. If there is an associated urinary tract infection, symptoms can include urinary urgency, frequency, and pain. If symptoms of bladder irritation occur, there may be difficulty in urination and frequent urination, and the bladder muscle may also have pain. If a mass is located behind the uterus, it can cause rectal irritation symptoms, leading to diarrhea, a sense of urgency to defecate, and difficulty in urination.

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How is endometritis diagnosed?

When suspecting endometritis in women, the first step is to inquire about the medical history. Most women exhibit abnormalities in their menstrual cycle, and some only show changes in the amount of menstruation. Ultrasound examination of the reproductive system shows no organic lesions, and the hormone panel is normal. During a gynecological examination, tenderness in the uterine body may be observed. Sometimes, ultrasound examination suggests that the endometrium is thin and uneven. Performing a hysteroscopy, localized hyperemia and edema of the endometrium can be seen, and diagnostic curettage plays a certain role in diagnosis.

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Why is enema used for endometritis?

Endometritis can be treated with enemas. The enema uses traditional Chinese medicine and is administered rectally, which is the closest access point to the uterus. Administering the enema in this area allows the medicine to be absorbed quickly and reach the uterus effectively. Therefore, the treatment of endometritis is quite effective with this method. Additionally, the Chinese herbal medicine used in the enema is warm, which can locally apply heat to the uterus, promote blood circulation in the pelvic cavity, and effectively treat inflammation. Thus, if one has endometritis, using a traditional Chinese medicine enema is entirely feasible.