Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Prevention

Prevention

To help prevent PID:

• Use a latex condom each time you have sexual intercourse.
• Discuss birth control options with your doctor. Ask which methods may increase or decrease your risk of PID.
• Seek immediate treatment for symptoms, such as unusual vaginal discharge or bleeding.
• Limit the number of sexual partners.
• Have regular screening tests for STDs.

If you are diagnosed with PID or another STD:

• Do not have sexual intercourse until after treatment is complete.
• Notify all sexual partners. They will also need to be treated.