Question 1

what are some symptoms of uterine infection right after pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Several: Some of the symptoms of endometritis  are: fever, suprapubic tenderness, foul smelling discharge.

Question 2

if i had a uterine infection (not std), would i have symptoms? if so, what?

Accepted Answer

Uterine Infection: There may be little or no symptoms, or you may experience spotting, bleeding, or irregular menses. There may be abdominal swelling, or pelvic pain. Depending on whether the infection is contained to the uterus or has spread to the bloodstream, you may have vague constitutional symptoms such as malaise, fatigue, fever, or chilly sensations.

Question 3

home remedies for uterine infection?

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See your doctor: It is crucial to be evaluated and treated by a physician if you have a uterine infection.  Untreated, a uterine infection can lead to scarring, infertility and more serious complications.

Question 4

what is done for a uterine infection?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotics: Documented intra-uterine infections are treated with antibiotics, minor ones are usually treated on an outpatient basis. Serious infections may require IV antibiotics, and sometimes d&c.

Question 5

how can uterine infection be treated?

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Antibiotivcs: With no further information--antibiotics cure most infections.

Question 6

what happens when a uterine infection is left untreated?

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Uterine infection: A uterine infection which isnt treated can advance to the fallopian tubes and ovaries causing scarring  and damage. Kidney involvement can also occur.

Question 7

are you likely to have another uterine infection if you've had one before?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If you have the same focus of infection as before, yes (i.E, retained foreign body or high risk sexual activity).  If the predisposing factor is gone, then it becomes much less likely.

Question 8

can a uterine infection be serious you need hysterectomy?

Accepted Answer

Usually not: It depends on the reason and what type of bacteria is causing the infection, but usually it can be treated with either oral or IV antibiotics , rare now a days that u would need a hysterectomy.

Question 9

if your girl friend has uterine infection is it contagious?

Accepted Answer

Definitions.: The uterus comprises the cervix and the body. Cervical infections such as chlamydia, human papilloma virus and gonorrhea are sexually transmitted infections. Endometrial infections are more rare and are not generally sexually transmitted.

Question 10

i'm 9 weeks pp and have a uterine infection. what changes should i be watching for that would require a call to dr? pain is slightly worse and nauseous.

Accepted Answer

Please call your OB: You must ask this to your OB as your OB knows what is going on with you , what meds you are on and what is causing the infection, but if you are feeling worse that would be a reason to call as if you were my pt i would have you evaluated in the er since office most likely closed until tuesday as you may need IV meds instead of i assume the oral meds u are on now, so please call today.

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What happens when a uterine infection is left untreated?

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