Is Intense Abdominal Pain Radiating From The Center To The Left Side Along With Frequent Defecation A Concern?

Posted on Wed, 19 Sep 2018

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Question : Hi
I have had an IUD for almost 3 years. Im having intense pelvic pain in my middle to left side. I’ve been feeling like I have to poop more frequently even though I pass stools easily. I am really bloated and would appreciate some advice.

Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Pelvic inflammatory disease most likely

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

All these mentioned symptoms can be consistent with pelvic inflammatory disease and need to be evaluated by a Gynecologist. Thereafter, treatment with antibiotics is likely to be needed.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee