Inflammation of the ovaries, or adnexitis - is not uncommon in the practice of a gynecologist. In the list of causes of this disease, the first place belongs to infectious disease of the ovaries (as a consequence of endometritis or salpingitis). As a provoking factor, hypothermia, decreased immunity and chronic fatigue can occur. Most often, the infection to the ovaries gets through the fallopian tubes. In this article, we will consider the indications and specific features of the use of anti-inflammatory suppositories in adnexitis, as well as their names and mechanism of action.
Treatment of adnexitis - which candles to use?
In order to understand what candles should be used in case of adnexitis, you should find out its cause. So, you can use candles, which include an antibiotic, which will locally affect the cause of inflammation. On the second place are anti-inflammatory suppositories, they favorably affect the mucous membrane of the pelvic organs, relieve redness and swelling. Candles for acute and chronic adnexitis are used strictly according to the doctor's prescription. The advantage of using rectal and vaginal suppositories in chronic adnexitis is that they act locally in the focus of infection, and the possibility of developing side effects is minimal.
What candles are prescribed for adnexitis?
There is a whole list of candles that are recommended for use with adnexitis, the most common ones are:
- Diclofenac is an anti-inflammatory suppository with adnexitis, which also has an analgesic effect. However, it should be remembered that they have a number of contraindications. So, they are prohibited for use in cases of gastritis, peptic ulcer, blood clotting disorder, pregnancy in I and III trimester, lactation and allergy to the drug.
- Indomethacin is also an anti-inflammatory and analgesic rectal suppository with adnexitis. Contraindications to its use are the same as those of Diclofenac candles.
- Candles of Longidase with adnexitis are a complex of proteolytic enzymes, which are prescribed to prevent the formation of adhesions in the small pelvis.
So, after considering the anti-inflammatory suppositories, which are most often prescribed with adnexitis, we see that they have a number of contraindications. Therefore, do not experiment with self-medication, but it is better to seek qualified help from a doctor.