Risk factors
- A new partner or more than one partner
- A past STD or PID
- Sex without condoms
- In the first weeks after an IUD insertion, rarely
Treat early, protect your fertility
PID Treatment in Gangnam, Seoul, started early to protect your future
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection of the uterus, fallopian tubes or ovaries, most often caused by bacteria such as chlamydia or gonorrhea that move up from the vagina. At Sinsoe Women's Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, a female OB-GYN examines you, runs a 12-pathogen STD PCR test and a pelvic ultrasound, and starts antibiotics without delay. Your partner is treated too. An English-speaking coordinator guides you through follow-up.
- Antibiotics started the same day
- All-female OB-GYNs
- STD PCR and ultrasound on site
- Partner treated together
- 4 min from Eonju Station, Exit 7
- 12 pathogens in the STD PCR panel
- 1–2 wks typical antibiotic course
- 5 female doctors on one team
- EN English coordinator from booking to results
The basics
What is pelvic inflammatory disease?
PID is an infection of the upper reproductive organs: the uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries. It usually starts as an infection in the vagina or cervix that travels upward.
Common causes are chlamydia, gonorrhea and Mycoplasma genitalium, but other bacteria can also be involved. Some women have strong pain, while others have only mild symptoms and do not realize they are ill.
Early treatment matters. Without it, PID can scar the fallopian tubes, which raises the risk of long-term pelvic pain, ectopic pregnancy and infertility.
Warning signs Common symptoms of PID
- Pain in the lower belly or pelvis
- Pain during sex, deep inside
- Unusual or bad-smelling discharge
- Bleeding between periods or after sex
- Fever or feeling generally unwell
- Burning when passing urine
Not the same as
- A simple vaginal infection, which stays in the vagina. See vaginal infection treatment
- Long-term pain from other causes such as endometriosis. See pelvic pain management
Who is at risk
Who gets PID, and when to see a doctor
PID can happen to any sexually active woman. Some situations make it more likely.
See a doctor if you have
- New pelvic pain with discharge
- Pain during sex that is new
- A partner diagnosed with an STD
- Symptoms after a recent procedure on the uterus
Go to an emergency room if you have:
- High fever with severe belly pain
- Vomiting and you cannot keep medicine down
- Sharp pain with a positive pregnancy test
Severe PID or an abscess may need hospital treatment with antibiotics through a drip. Ectopic pregnancy must be ruled out urgently.
How we treat it
How PID is diagnosed and treated
There is no single test for PID. Your doctor combines your symptoms, an exam and tests, and starts treatment early.
Exam and testing
A pelvic exam, STD PCR swab, pregnancy test and blood tests when needed help confirm the infection and its cause.
Confirming the causeAntibiotic treatment
A combination of antibiotics that covers the likely bacteria, usually for about 1 to 2 weeks. Most women are treated as outpatients.
Mild to moderate PIDUltrasound and follow-up
A pelvic ultrasound checks for fluid or an abscess, and a review in a few days checks that you are improving.
Checking for complications Step by step
Your PID visit in Gangnam, step by step
Treatment usually starts on the day of your visit, before all results are back.
- 1 Message us in English On WhatsApp. Tell us about your pain, fever and any recent new partner or procedure.
- 2 Check in on 2F Bring your passport or Alien Registration Card. Reception and the OB-GYN clinic are on the 2nd floor.
- 3 Talk with a female doctor She asks about your symptoms and sexual health, privately and in plain English.
- 4 Exam, swab and ultrasound A pelvic exam, STD PCR swab and ultrasound, often in the same room.
- 5 Antibiotics and review You start medicine the same day. A follow-up visit within a few days checks your progress.
Help your recovery
- Take every dose of your antibiotics, even when pain improves.
- Rest and drink plenty of fluids.
- Avoid sex until you and your partner have finished treatment.
- Come back if you are not better in 2 to 3 days.
Why your partner needs treatment
If the cause is an STD, your partner may carry it without symptoms. Treating both of you at the same time stops the infection from passing back.
Your doctor can explain what your partner should do, even if they are in another country.
After treatment
Recovery and long-term risks
Most women recover fully when PID is treated early. Here is what to expect.
2 to 3 days
First improvement
Pain and fever should begin to ease. If not, your doctor reviews the treatment.
End of the course
About 1 to 2 weeks
Finish all medicine. A retest for the STD may be advised a few months later.
Possible complications
If untreated or repeated
Scarring of the tubes can cause chronic pelvic pain, ectopic pregnancy or difficulty getting pregnant.
Side effects
Of antibiotics
Stomach upset, a yeast infection or sensitivity to the sun. Tell your doctor about any allergy.
Expats & visitors
Getting PID treatment in Korea as a foreigner
PID should not wait until you get home. You can be seen as a self-pay patient.
Follow-up close to home
Bring your Alien Registration Card. We see you again to make sure the infection has cleared.
Before you fly
Bring your passport. Tell us your flight date so your doctor can plan follow-up and medicine for the journey.
English documents
Ask for an English medical certificate and receipt for your travel insurer before your visit.
Quick answers
PID treatment in Seoul: common questions
Where can I get PID treatment in Gangnam with an English-speaking doctor?
Sinsoe Women's Clinic at 537 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul diagnoses and treats PID with female OB-GYNs and an English-speaking coordinator. It is a 4-minute walk from Eonju Station Exit 7 (Line 9). Book on WhatsApp at +82-10-9517-5719 or walk in during clinic hours.
Is PID an STD?
PID itself is not passed on, but it is often caused by STDs such as chlamydia or gonorrhea.
Can PID cause infertility?
It can, especially if it is untreated or happens more than once. Early treatment lowers this risk.
How long does PID treatment take?
Antibiotics usually last about 1 to 2 weeks. Most women feel better within a few days.
Do I need to go to hospital for PID?
Most women are treated as outpatients. Severe illness, pregnancy or an abscess may need hospital care.
Can I have sex during PID treatment?
No. Wait until you and your partner have both finished treatment and your symptoms are gone.
How much does testing cost?
The STD 12-pathogen PCR panel is ₩100,000 on the clinic's published fee schedule (June 2026), and a gynecologic ultrasound is ₩100,000. Please confirm before your visit.
Can tourists be treated without Korean insurance?
Yes. Visitors are seen as self-pay patients. Bring your passport.
Ready when you are
Get PID treatment in Gangnam, Seoul
Send a message in English about your symptoms. A coordinator replies and helps you be seen as soon as possible.
Sinsoe Women's Clinic
537 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06126, South KoreaEonju Station Exit 7 (4 min) · Yeoksam Station Exit 6 (5 min)
| Mon & Fri | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
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| Tue, Wed, Thu | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |