Inflammation situated in the FALLOPIAN TUBES; these run from the OVARIES to the UTERUS and carry the ova or eggs. The disorder is commonly caused by infection spreading upwards from the VAGINA, cervix or uterus. It is one feature of PELVIC INFLAMMATORY DISEASE (PID). It is potentially serious and requires treatment with antibiotics and sometimes surgery to drain any PUS or, in persistent infections, to remove the Fallopian tubes.

Cutaway diagram of left side of face showing position of salivary glands in relation to tongue and lower jaw.