Adnexitis is one of the most common diseases of the female reproductive system. It is an inflammation of the appendages and fallopian tubes, and, according to statistics, almost every woman has experienced this pathology at least once in practice.
Adnexitis is called a seasonal disease, since the number of exacerbations occurs in the cold season, when the risk of getting hypothermia is highest. In fact, the mechanism of inflammation is much more complex than simple exposure to low temperatures, but nevertheless, a sharp increase in the number of gynecologist patients with this disease is associated with a cold snap.
The question naturally arises: is it possible to treat adnexitis at home with a diagnosis of adnexitis and what methods exist for this?
Causes of adnexitis
Inflammation of any organ occurs under the influence of two factors: a bacterial or viral pathogen and a decrease in general or local immunity.
The causative agents of adnexitis are:
- streptococci;
- gonococci;
- staphylococci;
- tuberculosis bacillus;
- E. coli;
- fungi.
They enter the body sexually, during surgical interventions, after suffering infectious diseases (flu, pneumonia, etc.). The infection may be in the body for a long time, but the immune system will prevent the development of inflammation, so bacteria and viruses will be in "sleep mode".
Under the influence of a provoking factor, the clinical picture of the disease can manifest itself in full. Such a factor can be stress, somatic pathology, a sudden change in climate, pregnancy or hypothermia. When immunity decreases, the disease becomes active or the person becomes susceptible to the penetration of pathogenic viruses and bacteria into the body.
Thus, it becomes obvious that the key to successful treatment lies in the destruction of pathogenic microorganisms, the elimination of inflammation caused by their presence, and the strengthening of immunity.
How dangerous is adnexitis?
The main danger of any somatic disease is an increased load on the human immune system. If the disease becomes chronic, it becomes a source of chronic infection, which, in turn, is the cause of autoimmune diseases, which today are incurable.
Inflammation of the ovaries and fallopian tubes often causes reproductive disorders in the body. If the inflammation is localized in the ovary, then its capsulethickens due to the growth of connective tissue and cannot burst during ovulation so that the egg can be fertilized. When the fallopian tubes are exposed to inflammation, there is a problem of their patency. In addition, chronic adnexitis can cause an ectopic pregnancy.
In addition to reproductive dysfunction, the digestive tract also suffers: adhesions that occur in the peritoneum lead to frequent diarrhea, constipation, flatulence, and pain.
Diagnosis
Symptomatology of any disease differs depending on what form we are talking about: chronic or acute. Acute adnexitis is characterized by such signs as:
- high temperature;
- abdominal pain;
- discharge from the genital tract with pus;
- signs of intoxication (nausea, headache, weakness, sweating).
The chronic form of adnexitis is the result of incorrect or incomplete treatment of the acute form. The clinical picture in the chronic form is less pronounced, weak. But under the influence of any provoking factor, with a high degree of probability, acute adnexitis will develop. Symptoms and treatment at home - knowledge that will allow you to quickly recognize the ailment and take the necessary actions before visiting the doctor.
Chronic adnexitis is characterized by regular aching pains in the lower abdomen, irregular menstruation, discharge. The pain may appear before menstruation or during intercourse and be quite severe.
Of course, a doctor should make a final diagnosis before prescribing treatment. But knowing the symptoms of the disease will allow you to make a correct assumption about what kind of disease we are talking about, which means that thanks to this, you can quickly get to the right specialist.
Treatment
Considering the information about the symptoms and complications, you can understand the seriousness of the disease called adnexitis. Treatment at home is indicated in most cases, hospitalization is extremely rare. Usually it is due to the fact that either the woman cannot bring down the high temperature, or the signs of intoxication from inflammation are too pronounced.
In the normal course of the disease, it is quite possible to treat it on an outpatient basis. That is, at home, on your own, according to the doctor's recommendations.
There are several well-known methods of treating a disease called "adnexitis". Home treatment - pills, injections, folk recipes - should be considered in detail in order to understand the effectiveness and safety of the methods.
Antibiotics
There is a therapy plan that is prescribed based on diagnostic data, the patient's condition, history and comorbidities. That is, different methods can be effective, but by default, the one that has proven its maximum efficiency with minimal danger is used. With adnexitis, this treatment is taking antibiotics.
Treatment of adnexitis at home with antibiotics is highly effectivedue to the fact that the drug destroys the very cause of the disease - pathogenic bacteria. However, with home treatment, it is strictly forbidden to "prescribe" the drug yourself. For the appointment, it is necessary to do a culture that will determine the sensitivity to different types of antibiotics.
In addition, for a productive result, which should be the treatment of adnexitis at home, drugs must be used in a certain dosage. With the wrong dose selection, you can either provoke the transition of the disease into a chronic form, or cause the body's resistance to the drug. The latter is a very serious problem, because the lack of action of the drug may further pose a threat to human life.
It is also important to stop taking the medicine in a timely manner - often with self-medication, people stop taking the drug immediately after the symptoms of the disease pass. This approach is fundamentally wrong, because if undefeated bacteria that provoked the disease remain in the body, they will again lead to the development of pathology, while pathogenic microorganisms will become resistant to the previously taken antibiotic. Taking antibiotics for too long destroys the beneficial microflora and depresses the immune system.
Whether there is an acute form of the disease or chronic adnexitis, home treatment with antibiotics is equally effective. The most commonly prescribed are Zomax, Cedex, Erythromycin, Metronizadol, Ceftriaxone, and others.
Other drugs
In addition to antibiotics, the doctor may also prescribe drugs for symptomatic treatment. First of all, we are talking about painkillers, since adnexitis in the acute stage causes quite sharp pains in the lower abdomen.
If there is chronic adnexitis, home treatment may include taking anti-inflammatory drugs, most often corticosteroids (Celeston, Triamcinolone, Kenacort, Kortineff). It is extremely important that the treatment plan in this case includes antibiotics, because corticosteroids work by suppressing the immune response. If the causative agent of pathology is present in the body, the picture of symptoms can unfold quickly and quite strongly.
Traditional medicine
When it comes to a disease such as adnexitis, home treatment with folk remedies cannot be an independent method of therapy. Before using any prescription, you should consult with your doctor. Despite the fact that herbal preparations and infusions are considered harmless, they may well affect the drugs prescribed by a specialist, enhancing their effect or nullifying it.
In the event that traditional medicine is used as the only method of treatment, there is a serious risk of "earning" the diagnosis of "chronic adnexitis". Treatment at home with folk methods should be of an auxiliary nature: reduce inflammation,eliminate the symptoms of the disease and increase immunity. They should be used with extreme caution, because the natural ingredients that underlie traditional medicine often cause an allergic reaction, which is sometimes difficult to recognize when a person’s well-being is already impaired due to existing adnexitis.
Tampons
Speaking of traditional medicine, first of all, you should pay attention to topical products. They have practically no contraindications, they are easy to use, and the effect, although not fast, is always noticeable as a result of the cycle.
The only caveat is the risk of an allergic reaction. To warn her, you should carefully consider the composition of the recipe - if you previously had an allergic reaction to any ingredients, you should not use such a remedy. And if after inserting the tampon you feel pain or discomfort, the tampon should be removed immediately and an antihistamine should be taken.
Consequently, it can be easily carried out with a disease such as adnexitis, treatment at home. It is important to make tampons yourself, as ready-made tampons are highly absorbent, so the effect of the product will not be pronounced. To make a tampon, you need to take a piece of cotton wool and wrap it with a gauze bandage. After that, the product is abundantly moistened with a therapeutic composition and inserted deep into the vagina at night. The course of such manipulations is about 2 weeks, and the therapeutic effect will be noticeable after at least one week of treatment.
In the quality of the composition for impregnationswab can be used:
- propolis in equal proportions;
- Vishnevsky's ointment;
- garlic juice (2-3 drops), warm water (20 ml) and celandine infusion (a couple of drops);
- shilajit diluted in warm water.
It is recommended to choose one recipe and run it as a course. If ineffective, you can try another prescription under the supervision of your doctor.
Infusions
Recipes designed for internal use have a complex effect on the entire body. They increase immunity, allow it to quickly eliminate inflammation, increase vitality, reducing the severity of symptoms.
However, do not assume that herbal recipes are completely safe. Many medicinal plants with a high degree of effectiveness contain a high concentration of active substances. Therefore, if taken uncontrolled, there is a serious risk of causing an overdose.
Herbs with anti-inflammatory action help with a large list of diseases, which include adnexitis. Treatment at home with a red brush is one of the most popular methods.
Red brush, or Rhodiola cold, is a unique plant that can only be found in the Altai Mountains. It can help in the treatment of diseases of almost all body systems. But most often it is recommended to use it for gynecological diseases.
Red brush has an excellent anti-inflammatory effect, but the most pronounced effect can be obtained byusing it as a preventative rather than a treatment. However, the reviews available for such treatment of adnexitis at home indicate the high effectiveness of the remedy with minimal side effects.
The easiest way to use a red brush is to make a decoction. One tablespoon of red brush root is taken in a glass of boiling water, and then infused for an hour. It is recommended to eat a spoonful of natural honey during the direct use of the decoction. Do not leave the prepared broth for a long time. A glass of funds should be drunk within one day, diluting the portion with boiling water.
It is important to know that the product is incompatible with taking hormones, as well as some herbs: licorice, hops, clover, cocklebur.
Baths
Herbal baths - a proven remedy in the fight against gynecological inflammation. Everyone can take such baths, except for pregnant women, people with oncological tumors and skin diseases in the acute stage.
Thyme is the best choice for preparing a therapeutic bath for a diagnosis such as adnexitis. Treatment at home involves the preparation of a decoction: 200 grams of herbs are added to three liters of boiling water, infused for an hour and poured into a moderately hot bath filled with water by one third.
The bath should be taken in a sitting position for 20 minutes. After that, the body should be wrapped in a pre-prepared sheet, without wiping with a towel, and go to bed. To achieve a therapeutic effectit is recommended to take a course of baths at least 10 times.
Given the moderate temperature of the water, it is important to remember that such a procedure carries the risk of hypothermia from the air in the room. Therefore, the room must be preheated, for example, by turning on a hot shower for a few minutes.
Steam bath
Milk baths are recommended for women, provided that they do not have menstruation and pregnancy, accompanying adnexitis. Treatment at home using a bath is carried out as follows: boil 3 liters of milk, pour it into a basin and sit over it for a while until the milk cools down.
The principle of the method is based on the heating of tissues: a rush of blood will speed up metabolism and allow the body to quickly cope with the inflammatory process. This simple treatment of adnexitis at home, reviews of the positive experience of which women make in different forums, allows you to get rid of the chronic form of the disease.
Immediately after a steam bath, it is recommended to lie down in a warm bed. You can take baths until the symptoms of the disease disappear completely, but at least 14 times in a row.
Prevention
Given the prevalence of such a disease as adnexitis, home treatment and its prevention are of great relevance.
First of all, it is important to maintain the general condition of the body, to treat any infections on time and correctly, even the most harmless at first glance. This will help to avoid foci of chronic infection, and therefore, maintain a he althy immune system.condition.
The second method of preventing adnexitis is protection from hypothermia. The right choice of clothes and shoes, avoidance of drafts allow you to never face an unpleasant inflammatory process. And in order to prevent accidental hypothermia from becoming a cause of illness, it is useful to harden, for example, with the help of sponging.
And finally, protected sex is relevant.
In the event that you have already encountered this pathology, the main method of prevention will be the correct treatment, which will completely eliminate the possibility of developing a chronic form of a disease such as adnexitis. Treatment at home - drugs, alternative recipes or other methods - should be under the supervision of the attending physician on an outpatient basis.
If you follow the right lifestyle, regular medical examinations and visits to the doctor when symptoms of the disease appear, it is quite possible to maintain he alth and save yourself from an unpleasant and dangerous pathology and its consequences.
