The symptoms of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) are fairly general, which means the condition can be difficult to diagnose.
The warning signs include:
- pain around the pelvis or lower abdomen
- discomfort or pain during sexual intercourse that is felt deep inside the pelvis
- pain during urination
- bleeding between periods and after sex
- unusual vaginal discharge, especially if it is yellow or green
- fever and vomiting
- pain in the rectum (back passage)
You may have PID without being aware of it. Sometimes, there are no symptoms at all or symptoms may not be obvious. For example, you may only experience mild discomfort.
When to see your GP
It’s important to see your GP if you experience any of the above symptoms. Delaying treatment or having repeated episodes of PID can increase your risk of infertility.
