Duration of uterine inflammation
Depending on which part (cervix or endometrium) or how much of the uterus is affected by the inflammation, the time until healing can vary. If the uterine inflammation is mild to moderate, the antibiotic treatment is effective in most patients after 1-3 days. It takes a few days until complete recovery.
If the inflammation is more severe, a longer treatment may be necessary. This is then assessed under the control of the treating gynaecologist and, depending on the situation, antibiotic treatment is extended. If an acute uterine inflammation is not treated, it can turn into a permanent (chronic) condition and affect other sexual organs (e.g. fallopian tubes).
In this case, a longer treatment and a longer period of recovery must be expected. However, under normal circumstances and with adequate treatment, most uterine inflammations heal quickly and without complications. Adequate hygiene in the intimate area and sensible sexual hygiene, which includes the use of condoms, are particularly helpful.
Uterus inflammation after a scraping
Scraping is the surgical removal of the lining of the uterus. This is performed in cases of miscarriage, abortion or for diagnostic purposes. Since instruments are inserted into the uterus from the outside, the uterus can become inflamed if germs are found on the tools used.
However, this also occurs only rarely. If an inflammation develops after the scraping, antibiotic treatment can usually eliminate it without complications. After a curettage, the uterus can also become inflamed simply because tissue has been removed. However, this inflammation usually goes away on its own.
Uterus inflammation after a caesarean section
Inflammation of the uterus can be caused by surgical procedures such as a caesarean section. This happens when germs enter the wound. Since this risk of infection exists with every Caesarean section, antibiotics are usually given as a preventive measure to prevent infection.
In rare cases, however, germs can colonize the wound and cause an infection, which is then accompanied by symptoms such as pain and vagninal bleeding beyond the actual postpartum period. In addition, after a Caesarean section, the suture should be closely observed. Pain, redness and pus on the wound indicate an inflammation and should be examined and treated by a doctor as soon as possible to prevent the spread of the inflammation. However, since a Caesarean section is a routine procedure that is performed with a high standard of hygiene, such infections are very rare.
