What disease is a small amount of pelvic fluid accumulation?

Jun 14, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Recently had a physical examination, and the doctor said there is a small amount of fluid in the pelvic cavity. What disease does a small amount of pelvic fluid indicate?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong
A small amount of pelvic fluid accumulation is a gynecological diagnosis, generally classified into two types: physiological and pathological. 1. Physiological pelvic fluid accumulation: This commonly occurs during ovulation or menstruation, resulting from follicular rupture or slight pooling of menstrual blood in the pelvic cavity. The volume of fluid is usually minimal and considered a normal phenomenon that requires no special treatment. 2. Pathological pelvic fluid accumulation: This may be caused by various factors, including gynecological conditions such as endometritis, salpingitis, ruptured ectopic pregnancy, or corpus luteum rupture. Patients may experience symptoms such as abdominal pain, menstrual irregularities, and increased vaginal discharge. Pathological pelvic fluid accumulation requires timely medical evaluation to determine the underlying cause, followed by appropriate treatment as directed by a healthcare provider. A small amount of pelvic fluid may represent either a normal physiological process or a sign of disease, and should be evaluated and managed according to the individual clinical context.