A member asked:

If repeated vaginal swabs negative for sti, but still have sx of pid, could i have pid caused by rectal sti? should i ask for rectal swab?

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Dr. Eric Fete answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Possible: You could have a rectal infection sure but this is different from PID. I would get a full pelvic examination. Rectal cultures as well. If further tests are indicated it will be apparent by the results of your exam.

Answered 2/8/2015

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