What is pelvic fluid accumulation?

In general, pelvic effusion may be caused by factors such as ovulation, menstruation, pelvic inflammatory disease, ectopic pregnancy, or liver cirrhosis. Treatment under a doctor's guidance may include general management and medication. Specific analyses are as follows:

1. Ovulation

During the ovulation period in women of reproductive age, mature follicles rupture and release follicular fluid into the abdominal cavity, which may accumulate at the bottom of the pelvis and form pelvic effusion. This is a normal physiological phenomenon that usually resolves spontaneously through natural absorption.

2. Menstruation

During each menstrual period, some menstrual blood may flow backward through the fallopian tubes into the pelvic cavity, causing pelvic effusion. However, since the peritoneum has absorptive capacity, this blood is typically absorbed naturally.

3. Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)

Pelvic inflammatory disease is usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or other pathogens. This condition can lead to pelvic tissue congestion, edema, and increased exudate, resulting in the aforementioned symptoms. It may be accompanied by symptoms such as abnormal discharge and fever. Treatment should follow medical advice and may include medications such as cefuroxime axetil tablets, metronidazole tablets, and azithromycin dispersible tablets.

4. Ectopic Pregnancy

Ectopic pregnancy is primarily caused by inflammation, infection, or poor development. As the embryo grows, it may cause rupture of the fallopian tube with bleeding, allowing blood to enter the pelvic cavity and result in pelvic effusion. Symptoms may include lower abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding. Treatment requires medical supervision, often involving laparoscopic surgery. A small incision is made in the abdomen to insert a camera-equipped laparoscope, enabling minimally invasive treatment of the ectopic pregnancy.

5. Liver Cirrhosis

Liver cirrhosis can be caused by viral hepatitis, alcohol intoxication, parasitic infections, and other factors. Cirrhosis may lead to impaired liver function and portal hypertension, obstructing blood return and resulting in ascites and pelvic effusion. Symptoms may include abdominal distension and decreased appetite. Patients should follow medical advice and take medications such as furosemide tablets, spironolactone tablets, and diammonium glycyrrhizinate capsules.

Maintaining good personal hygiene, regular sleep patterns, and a balanced diet can help strengthen the immune system and prevent pelvic effusion and related health issues.