If you fail to improve on this combination of antibiotics, you may require hospitalization. Since PID is a sexually transmitted disease, it is imperative that all sexual partners be promptly evaluated and treated, whether or not they have symptoms. If an IUD is in place, it will be removed. Rest for one to three days or until pain has significantly improved is an integral part of therapy. A return to normal physical activity too early after starting treatment may cause reappearance of symptoms.
Pelvic rest is very important.
Therefore, do not have intercourse for at least two weeks, or until an exam demonstrates healing. Careful follow-up is very important to ensure resolution of this infection and to minimize the potential serious consequences of this disease.