How prevalent is pelvic inflammatory disease in sexually active females in the us?

Uncertain: It is estimated that three-quarters of a million cases are diagnosed each year, but many cases so diagnosed may have pain due to other causes. Conversely, a lot of evidence of PID at laparoscopy is found in persons who were unaware they had the problem.

1 in 4 are infected!: This both true and sad. Chlamydial infections frequently have no symptoms, but cause scarring of the fallopian tubes with secondary infertility. 26 percent of single women are infected, ages 20-28. Most other infections cause pain and lower pelvic or abdominal discomfort. All should be treated quickly to avoid sequalae.