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| name = Salpingitis | |||
| image = [[File:Salpingitis_-_intermed_mag.jpg]] | |||
| caption = Micrograph of salpingitis. Intermed mag. | |||
| field = [[Gynecology]] | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| symptoms = [[Pelvic pain]], [[fever]], [[vaginal discharge]], [[painful urination]], [[painful intercourse]] | |||
| complications = [[Infertility]], [[ectopic pregnancy]], [[chronic pelvic pain]] | |||
| onset = | |||
| duration = | |||
| causes = [[Bacterial infection]] | |||
| risks = [[Sexually transmitted infections]], [[multiple sexual partners]], [[douching]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Pelvic examination]], [[ultrasound]], [[laparoscopy]] | |||
| differential = [[Appendicitis]], [[ectopic pregnancy]], [[ovarian cyst]] | |||
| prevention = [[Safe sex]], [[regular STI screening]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antibiotics]], [[surgery]] | |||
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'''Salpingitis''' is an [[infection]] and [[inflammation]] in the [[fallopian tubes]]. It is often used synonymously with [[pelvic inflammatory disease]] (PID), although PID lacks an accurate definition and can refer to several diseases of the female upper genital tract, such as [[endometritis]], [[oophoritis]], [[myometritis]], [[parametritis]] and infection in the pelvic peritoneum. In contrast, salpingitis only refers to infection and inflammation in the fallopian tubes. | '''Salpingitis''' is an [[infection]] and [[inflammation]] in the [[fallopian tubes]]. It is often used synonymously with [[pelvic inflammatory disease]] (PID), although PID lacks an accurate definition and can refer to several diseases of the female upper genital tract, such as [[endometritis]], [[oophoritis]], [[myometritis]], [[parametritis]] and infection in the pelvic peritoneum. In contrast, salpingitis only refers to infection and inflammation in the fallopian tubes. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Salpingitis is most often caused by a [[bacterial infection]]. The bacteria can enter the body through sexual intercourse, during a [[miscarriage]], after [[childbirth]], or during an [[abortion]]. The most common types of bacteria that cause salpingitis are [[gonorrhea]] and [[chlamydia]], which are sexually transmitted. Other types of bacteria can also cause this disease. | Salpingitis is most often caused by a [[bacterial infection]]. The bacteria can enter the body through sexual intercourse, during a [[miscarriage]], after [[childbirth]], or during an [[abortion]]. The most common types of bacteria that cause salpingitis are [[gonorrhea]] and [[chlamydia]], which are sexually transmitted. Other types of bacteria can also cause this disease. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of salpingitis can vary from woman to woman. Some women may have no symptoms at all, while others may experience pain in the lower abdomen, fever, unusual vaginal discharge, and painful intercourse or urination. If the infection spreads to the bloodstream, it can become life-threatening. | The symptoms of salpingitis can vary from woman to woman. Some women may have no symptoms at all, while others may experience pain in the lower abdomen, fever, unusual vaginal discharge, and painful intercourse or urination. If the infection spreads to the bloodstream, it can become life-threatening. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of salpingitis is based on the woman's symptoms, a physical examination, and medical history. The doctor may also order tests such as a [[pelvic ultrasound]], [[laparoscopy]], or [[endometrial biopsy]] to confirm the diagnosis. | Diagnosis of salpingitis is based on the woman's symptoms, a physical examination, and medical history. The doctor may also order tests such as a [[pelvic ultrasound]], [[laparoscopy]], or [[endometrial biopsy]] to confirm the diagnosis. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for salpingitis usually involves antibiotics to fight the infection. In severe cases, surgery may be needed to remove the infected fallopian tubes. | Treatment for salpingitis usually involves antibiotics to fight the infection. In severe cases, surgery may be needed to remove the infected fallopian tubes. | ||
==Prevention== | ==Prevention== | ||
Prevention of salpingitis involves safe sex practices, regular gynecological exams, and prompt treatment of any vaginal infections. | Prevention of salpingitis involves safe sex practices, regular gynecological exams, and prompt treatment of any vaginal infections. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Pelvic inflammatory disease]] | * [[Pelvic inflammatory disease]] | ||
* [[Endometritis]] | * [[Endometritis]] | ||
* [[Oophoritis]] | * [[Oophoritis]] | ||
[[Category:Inflammatory diseases]] | [[Category:Inflammatory diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Sexually transmitted diseases and infections]] | [[Category:Sexually transmitted diseases and infections]] | ||
[[Category:Women's health]] | [[Category:Women's health]] | ||
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| Salpingitis | |
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| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Pelvic pain, fever, vaginal discharge, painful urination, painful intercourse |
| Complications | Infertility, ectopic pregnancy, chronic pelvic pain |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Bacterial infection |
| Risks | Sexually transmitted infections, multiple sexual partners, douching |
| Diagnosis | Pelvic examination, ultrasound, laparoscopy |
| Differential diagnosis | Appendicitis, ectopic pregnancy, ovarian cyst |
| Prevention | Safe sex, regular STI screening |
| Treatment | Antibiotics, surgery |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | |
| Frequency | |
| Deaths | N/A |
Salpingitis is an infection and inflammation in the fallopian tubes. It is often used synonymously with pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), although PID lacks an accurate definition and can refer to several diseases of the female upper genital tract, such as endometritis, oophoritis, myometritis, parametritis and infection in the pelvic peritoneum. In contrast, salpingitis only refers to infection and inflammation in the fallopian tubes.
Causes[edit]
Salpingitis is most often caused by a bacterial infection. The bacteria can enter the body through sexual intercourse, during a miscarriage, after childbirth, or during an abortion. The most common types of bacteria that cause salpingitis are gonorrhea and chlamydia, which are sexually transmitted. Other types of bacteria can also cause this disease.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of salpingitis can vary from woman to woman. Some women may have no symptoms at all, while others may experience pain in the lower abdomen, fever, unusual vaginal discharge, and painful intercourse or urination. If the infection spreads to the bloodstream, it can become life-threatening.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of salpingitis is based on the woman's symptoms, a physical examination, and medical history. The doctor may also order tests such as a pelvic ultrasound, laparoscopy, or endometrial biopsy to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for salpingitis usually involves antibiotics to fight the infection. In severe cases, surgery may be needed to remove the infected fallopian tubes.
Prevention[edit]
Prevention of salpingitis involves safe sex practices, regular gynecological exams, and prompt treatment of any vaginal infections.
