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== Pelvic | {{SI}} | ||
{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Pelvic abscess | |||
| image = [[File:Sites_of_tubo_ovarian_abscess.PNG]] | |||
| caption = Sites of tubo-ovarian abscess | |||
| field = [[Infectious disease]], [[Gynecology]] | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| symptoms = [[Fever]], [[abdominal pain]], [[pelvic pain]], [[vaginal discharge]] | |||
| complications = [[Sepsis]], [[infertility]], [[peritonitis]] | |||
| onset = | |||
| duration = | |||
| causes = [[Bacterial infection]], often following [[pelvic inflammatory disease]] | |||
| risks = [[Sexually transmitted infections]], [[intrauterine device]] use, [[surgery]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Pelvic examination]], [[ultrasound]], [[CT scan]] | |||
| differential = [[Ectopic pregnancy]], [[appendicitis]], [[ovarian cyst]] | |||
| prevention = Safe sex practices, regular medical check-ups | |||
| treatment = [[Antibiotics]], [[surgical drainage]] | |||
| medication = | |||
| prognosis = Good with treatment, but can lead to complications if untreated | |||
| frequency = | |||
| deaths = | |||
}} | |||
A '''pelvic abscess''' is a collection of pus that forms in the pelvic cavity, often as a result of an infection. It is a serious medical condition that requires prompt diagnosis and treatment to prevent complications. | A '''pelvic abscess''' is a collection of pus that forms in the pelvic cavity, often as a result of an infection. It is a serious medical condition that requires prompt diagnosis and treatment to prevent complications. | ||
=== Causes === | === Causes === | ||
Pelvic abscesses can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | Pelvic abscesses can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | ||
* [[Pelvic inflammatory disease]] (PID) | * [[Pelvic inflammatory disease]] (PID) | ||
* [[Appendicitis]] | * [[Appendicitis]] | ||
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* Post-surgical infections | * Post-surgical infections | ||
* [[Endometriosis]] | * [[Endometriosis]] | ||
=== Symptoms === | === Symptoms === | ||
The symptoms of a pelvic abscess may include: | The symptoms of a pelvic abscess may include: | ||
* Severe pelvic or abdominal pain | * Severe pelvic or abdominal pain | ||
* Fever and chills | * Fever and chills | ||
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* Pain during [[urination]] or [[defecation]] | * Pain during [[urination]] or [[defecation]] | ||
* Abnormal [[vaginal discharge]] | * Abnormal [[vaginal discharge]] | ||
=== Diagnosis === | === Diagnosis === | ||
Diagnosis of a pelvic abscess typically involves: | Diagnosis of a pelvic abscess typically involves: | ||
* [[Physical examination]] | * [[Physical examination]] | ||
* [[Ultrasound]] | * [[Ultrasound]] | ||
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* [[MRI]] | * [[MRI]] | ||
* [[Blood tests]] to check for infection | * [[Blood tests]] to check for infection | ||
=== Treatment === | === Treatment === | ||
Treatment options for a pelvic abscess may include: | Treatment options for a pelvic abscess may include: | ||
* [[Antibiotics]] to treat the underlying infection | * [[Antibiotics]] to treat the underlying infection | ||
* [[Drainage]] of the abscess, which can be done surgically or through image-guided techniques | * [[Drainage]] of the abscess, which can be done surgically or through image-guided techniques | ||
* [[Surgery]] in severe cases to remove the abscess and any affected tissue | * [[Surgery]] in severe cases to remove the abscess and any affected tissue | ||
=== Complications === | === Complications === | ||
If left untreated, a pelvic abscess can lead to serious complications such as: | If left untreated, a pelvic abscess can lead to serious complications such as: | ||
* [[Sepsis]] | * [[Sepsis]] | ||
* [[Peritonitis]] | * [[Peritonitis]] | ||
* [[Infertility]] | * [[Infertility]] | ||
* Chronic pelvic pain | * Chronic pelvic pain | ||
== See Also == | |||
== | |||
* [[Pelvic inflammatory disease]] | * [[Pelvic inflammatory disease]] | ||
* [[Appendicitis]] | * [[Appendicitis]] | ||
* [[Endometriosis]] | * [[Endometriosis]] | ||
* [[Sepsis]] | * [[Sepsis]] | ||
{{Medicine}} | {{Medicine}} | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Infectious diseases]] | [[Category:Infectious diseases]] | ||
Latest revision as of 07:20, 6 April 2025
Editor-In-Chief: Prab R Tumpati, MD
Obesity, Sleep & Internal medicine
Founder, WikiMD Wellnesspedia &
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| Pelvic abscess | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Fever, abdominal pain, pelvic pain, vaginal discharge |
| Complications | Sepsis, infertility, peritonitis |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Bacterial infection, often following pelvic inflammatory disease |
| Risks | Sexually transmitted infections, intrauterine device use, surgery |
| Diagnosis | Pelvic examination, ultrasound, CT scan |
| Differential diagnosis | Ectopic pregnancy, appendicitis, ovarian cyst |
| Prevention | Safe sex practices, regular medical check-ups |
| Treatment | Antibiotics, surgical drainage |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | Good with treatment, but can lead to complications if untreated |
| Frequency | |
| Deaths | |
A pelvic abscess is a collection of pus that forms in the pelvic cavity, often as a result of an infection. It is a serious medical condition that requires prompt diagnosis and treatment to prevent complications.
Causes[edit]
Pelvic abscesses can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
- Appendicitis
- Diverticulitis
- Post-surgical infections
- Endometriosis
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of a pelvic abscess may include:
- Severe pelvic or abdominal pain
- Fever and chills
- Nausea and vomiting
- Pain during urination or defecation
- Abnormal vaginal discharge
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of a pelvic abscess typically involves:
- Physical examination
- Ultrasound
- CT scan
- MRI
- Blood tests to check for infection
Treatment[edit]
Treatment options for a pelvic abscess may include:
- Antibiotics to treat the underlying infection
- Drainage of the abscess, which can be done surgically or through image-guided techniques
- Surgery in severe cases to remove the abscess and any affected tissue
Complications[edit]
If left untreated, a pelvic abscess can lead to serious complications such as:
- Sepsis
- Peritonitis
- Infertility
- Chronic pelvic pain
