Adnexitis is a unilateral or bilateral inflammation of the ovaries and fallopian tubes, which form appendages. Of all gynecological diseases, this pathology is one of the first steps. Chronic adnexitis develops as a result of the vital activity of streptococci, enterococci, staphylococci, gonococci, viruses, fungi, escherichia, chlamydia, mycobacterium tuberculosis and other microorganisms. Often the cause of the disease are microbial associations, such as staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. As a rule, all pathogens are highly resistant to many antibiotics, so the treatment of the disease can be significantly delayed.
Causes of disease
Chronic adnexitis can develop as a result of genital infections, frequent hypothermia, stress, promiscuity and non-compliance with elementary hygiene standards. Often the disease occurs after an artificial termination of pregnancy, when the inflammation spreads to the appendages. Similar symptoms can also be caused by an intrauterine device or an exacerbation of appendicitis.
Types of adnexitis
Chronic left-sided adnexitis - inflammation of the left ovary and the fallopian tube with which it is connected. Symptoms of this pathology depend on the type of pathogen and are often manifested by pain in the lower left side of the abdomen. In addition, a woman may have impaired urination, purulent discharge may appear, and the general condition may worsen. The patient often feels severe chills and becomes irritable. In most cases, there are painful periods, fever and discomfort during intimacy. As a result of the inflammatory process, the left ovary loses its physiological functions, and connective tissue begins to grow in the fallopian tube, which makes it difficult for the egg to pass through.
Chronic right-sided adnexitis is characterized by the localization of the inflammatory process in the region of the right ovary and the fallopian tube adjacent to it. This pathology is a mirror image of a left-sided lesion and carries the same danger to a woman's he alth. Due to the blurring of the main symptoms, only a doctor can diagnose chronic adnexitis, as well as determine the nature and exact location of the inflammation. Therefore, it is very important to undergo an examination on time, which will cure the disease at an early stage.
Treatment of chronic adnexitis
To eliminate the main symptoms of the disease, anti-inflammatory and desensitizing therapy is prescribed. As well as painkillers, immunostimulants and vitamins. In addition, chronic adnexitis is treated with the help of physiotherapy, mud applications, gynecological massage and vaginal baths. If you do not take care of your he alth in time, the disease can lead to a violation of the patency of the fallopian tubes, the appearance of adhesions, ectopic pregnancy, spontaneous miscarriages and, worst of all, to complete infertility.
