Do Antibiotics Correct Endometritis?

Endometritis is a medical condition that causes irritation or inflammation of the lining of the uterus. This condition is caused by a bacterial infection and can be treated with an antibiotic.

Symptoms

• Women with endometritis may experience abnormal bleeding or discharge from the vagina, bowel movement discomfort or a fever, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Pain in the pelvis or lower abdomen may occur with this condition.

Causes

• Endometritis often results from sexually transmitted diseases, tuberculosis or an abnormal mixture of bacteria in the vagina. Childbirth, miscarriage and surgical procedures that involve the cervix and the uterus can increase a woman's chances of getting endometritis.

Tests

• A physician may test a cervical culture, perform an endometrial biopsy and conduct a pelvic examination to determine if endometritis is present.

Treatments

• Antibiotic treatment is necessary in many cases of endometritis to prevent complications such as infertility, uterine abscess formation or septic shock. Intravenous antibiotic treatment may be required in cases of severe infection.

Prevention

• Early diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases such as gonorrhea or chlamydia can help prevent an occurrence of endometritis.