salpingitis
/ˌsælpɪnˈdʒaɪtɪs/
noun
- Inflammation of the fallopian tubes, often caused by infection.
- Untreated salpingitis may lead to infertility or chronic pelvic pain.
- The patient was diagnosed with salpingitis after experiencing lower abdominal discomfort.
- Salpingitis can cause pelvic pain and fever if not treated promptly.