The inflammation of the fallopian tubes caused due to bacterial infection is termed salpingitis. It is generally considered a pelvic inflammatory disease. Common causes include sexually transmitted diseases such as caused by chlamydia and gonorrhea. In addition, it can be a common cause of female infertility as it causes damage to the fallopian tubes. Common treatment options include oral or intravenous antibiotics depending on the severity of the infection.
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Why does my girlfriend develop a fever after her menstrual cycle?
Query: Hello doctor,My partner and I had our first intercourse three months ago, and we used condoms during that time. She had her period for seven days. Two months ago, we had sex on the day before her period; a month later, on the second week, she had her period, but it only lasted around five days, and ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Considering her symptoms, she has been diagnosed with acute salpingitis. I suggest that you give her the following medications: Take a tablet of Acetaminophen (Paracetamol) 500 mg after food - thrice a day. Take a tablet of Diclofenac (NSAID) 100 mg after food twi... Read Full »
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 »
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