Inflammation of the ovaries, commonly caused by a bacterial infection, is called oophoritis. It is usually seen together with inflammation of the fallopian tubes (salpingitis). The symptoms include abdominal and pelvic pain, intermenstrual bleeding, increased vaginal discharge, and problems urinating.
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Why am I experiencing right-sided abdominal cramps?
Query: Hi doctor, The following symptoms started about four hours ago. I am experiencing cramps on my right side, near my hip bone. I feel them more in the front but at times, can feel it in my back. At first, the cramps were minutes apart, but now they are roughly 30 seconds apart. I am a 43 year old fema... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Right side lower abdomen cramps could probably be caused by gynecological disorders such as right-sided salpingitis (fallopian tube inflammation) or oophoritis (ovary inflammation). If it is manifested with high temperature and spasmatic pain, then we should th... Read Full »