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Sexually Transmitted DiseasesTreatment of PIDBecause culture specimens from the upper genital tract are difficult to obtain and because multiple organisms are usually responsible for an episode of PID, at least two antibiotics are given so that they will be effective against a wide range of infectious agents. The infection may still be present after the symptoms are gone, so it is important to finish taking all of the medicine, even if symptoms go away. Patients should be re-evaluated by their physician 2 to 3 days after treatment is begun to be sure the antibiotics are working to cure the infection. About one-fourth of women with suspected PID must be hospitalized.Many women with PID have sex partners who have no symptoms. Because of the risk of re-infection, however, sex partners should be treated. Even if they do not have symptoms, they may be infected with organisms that can cause PID.
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