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A member asked:

I feel so confused! in relation to pelvic inflammatory disease- will azithromycin treat this? i don't have chlamydia.

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Yes , Besides: Chlamydia , gonococcus several other organisms cause pelvic inflammatory disease ( PID ) Yes most of those sensitive , speak to your doctor who Rx ed .and if needed will give additional antibiotic.

Answered 2/7/2015

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Gonorrhea?: Azithromycin is effective against chlamydia, but also gonorrhea.

Answered 2/7/2015

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