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Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection of the upper genital tract that can lead to infertility and other serious complications.

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease must be treated promptly to avoid problems such as ectopic pregnancy, pelvic pain, and infertility. We look at causes, symptoms and treatment.

Risk factors for pelvic inflammatory disease include sexual activities, especially those involving a partner who has a sexually transmitted infection.

Bacterial Vaginosis can lead to Pelvic Inflammatory disease. Better choices leading to cleaner sexual practices is key to avoiding this potentially serious condition.

An ectopic pregnancy happens when a fertilized egg implants somewhere other than the uterus. If untreated, it can cause life-threatening hemorrhaging for the mother.

Two million people in the US may be infected with chlamydia; two percent of people under age 40 carry the disease. Regular screening identifies those who need treatment.

Gonorrhea infects mucosal membranes outside the genital tract. Serious gonococcal infections and complications can occur.

15% of cases of male factor infertility are caused by bacteria, parasites or viruses and vaginal infections can also trigger female infertility.

What are the major sexually transmitted diseases that one should know about?

Screening for asymptomatic sexually transmitted infections appears to reduce the incidence of pelvic inflammatory disease, but PID remains a significant health threat.

Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium chlamydia trachomatis.

Fertility problems can be difficult for a couple, especially if they are unaware of the reasons for the infertility. Find out why a couple might have trouble conceiving.

About 50% of pregnancies are unplanned. Some of those mothers may choose an abortion. Knowing the side effects of abortion can help you make a decision.