During a pelvic examination, it's common to feel pain or abdominal tenderness when your doctor touches or moves the cervix. PID may also cause a vaginal discharge. The discharge usually has a yellow or green color to it and may have an unusual odor. Some women have irregular periods, such as extra long periods, spotting or cramps throughout the month. Other women become very sick, with chills, high fever, nausea and vomiting.
Some women have pain during sex.
Unfortunately, some women have PID without these symptoms and don't know they have it. If you have PID, follow all your doctor's instructions and finish all the medicine you are given, even if you feel better after a few doses. If you have any questions, talk with your doctor. Women who have these symptoms or who think they have been exposed to an STD should see their doctor right away. Waiting even 1 or 2 days can allow the infection to spread farther into your body and cause more pain and damage.