Pelvic inflammatory disease.

BACKGROUND

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a treatable condition with serious long term sequelae. Due to the wide spectrum of disease and clinical presentation, diagnosis can often be challenging.

OBJECTIVE

This article discusses the diagnosis, management and treatment of PID in the general practice setting.

DISCUSSION

Prompt and effective treatment is essential in cases of PID. A high index of suspicion for symptomatic women at risk may help decrease the burden of serious associated morbidity.