Question

A 40-year-old woman with suspected pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) refuses hospitalisation. Her pregnancy test is negative. What counselling point is essential?

Accepted Answer

Abstain from sexual intercourse until therapy completed and partners treated

Answer

Intercourse is safe on antibiotics

Answer

Partners do not need treatment if asymptomatic

Answer

Douching will help

Answer

Stop antibiotics when symptoms improve

Practice question

A 40-year-old woman with suspected pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) refuses hospitalisation. Her pregnancy test is negative. What counselling point is essential?