10 Symptoms of Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

8. Stronger Menstrual Cramps You Didn’t Bargain For

If you’re an unlucky lady like most women, you already know that your period can be a pain—literally. Menstrual pain is caused by cramping or contraction of the uterine walls during menstruation. Strong cramps with intense pain is a major sign of PID. Advanced or aggressive PID can also cause pelvic pain when Aunty Flo visits. If the symptoms persist for at least 2 cycles or are accompanied by other symptoms of the disease, a visit to your doctor can help determine whether your reproductive organs are inflamed.