What’s a tubo-ovarian abscess?

Tubo-ovarian abscess is a pus-filled lump in the ovary or fallopian tube caused by an infection that travels up the reproductive tract. It is associated with pelvic inflammatory disease and sexual activity, and symptoms include lower abdominal pain, fever, and discomfort when urinating or passing stool. Diagnosis is important to distinguish it from other masses, […]

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