Does endometritis cause abdominal pain?

Written by Du Rui Xia
Obstetrics
Updated on September 20, 2024
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When women suffer from endometritis, they often experience abdominal pain. Endometritis is generally caused by the disruption of the protective function of the female reproductive tract during childbirth or uterine cavity operations, leading to the invasion of pathogens into the reproductive tract and resulting in inflammation of the endometrial lining. Clinically, endometritis is characterized by congestive necrosis of the endometrial lining, with a large amount of purulent secretions in the vagina accompanied by an odor. Therefore, endometritis often involves toe bone pain under these circumstances, and it is important to promptly visit a hospital for examination and treatment.

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How long does endometritis bleed?

Women experience bleeding due to inflammation of the endometrium, mainly when inflammation occurs, the endometrium becomes congested, edematous, more fragile, and less stable. There is infiltration of inflammatory cells in the endometrium, which may also lead to abnormalities in coagulation function. The extent of lesions varies from person to person, leading to differences in the duration and amount of bleeding. For example, some women may only experience changes in the amount of menstruation, such as increased menstrual flow or prolonged periods lasting over eight days, typically without any bleeding. Others may experience irregular vaginal bleeding, where there is constant, light spotting.

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Where to apply moxibustion for endometritis?

Endometritis is not recommended to be treated with moxibustion, as moxibustion is not effective for this condition. Generally, if there is pelvic inflammation or vaginal inflammation, it is better to use topical medications for targeted treatment. Clinically, endometritis manifests as abdominal pain during menstruation, accompanied by an abnormal odor. Treatment typically involves oral medications or intravenous anti-inflammatory drugs for symptomatic treatment. Therefore, for patients with endometritis, it is generally advisable to use medication for symptomatic treatment. The diagnosis of endometritis is usually confirmed through curettage, which can reveal signs of inflammation, or gynecologically through consultation and symptoms. Thus, for patients with endometritis, it is recommended to use medications for anti-inflammatory purposes and symptomatic treatment. Moxibustion can still be useful for regulating some menstrual issues.

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Does endometritis cause abdominal pain?

When women suffer from endometritis, they often experience abdominal pain. Endometritis is generally caused by the disruption of the protective function of the female reproductive tract during childbirth or uterine cavity operations, leading to the invasion of pathogens into the reproductive tract and resulting in inflammation of the endometrial lining. Clinically, endometritis is characterized by congestive necrosis of the endometrial lining, with a large amount of purulent secretions in the vagina accompanied by an odor. Therefore, endometritis often involves toe bone pain under these circumstances, and it is important to promptly visit a hospital for examination and treatment.

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Written by Shen Li Wen
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Does endometritis require a uterine curettage?

When a woman suffers from endometritis, it is usually not necessary to perform a uterine curettage. Endometritis is a type of pelvic inflammatory disease caused by infection of various pathogens. Treatment mainly involves the use of broad-spectrum antibiotics for anti-inflammatory purposes. Moreover, if a woman undergoes curettage, it could further damage the uterine lining and potentially cause infections to spread to other areas, such as leading to inflammation of the uterine body. Therefore, curettage is generally not recommended. Some women may experience irregular vaginal bleeding during an episode of endometritis, and this can be treated with hemostatic drugs.

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Causes of endometritis

Endometritis can be divided into tuberculous endometritis and non-tuberculous endometritis, with the latter being more common in clinical settings. Non-tuberculous endometritis is often caused by various pathogenic infections. It commonly occurs during menstruation, after a miscarriage, or during childbirth due to bacterial infections. For instance, inadequate sterilization during surgery, sexual activity during menstruation, and the retention of placenta or membranes after childbirth can all facilitate ascending infections.