Tubo-Ovarian Abscess

Tubo-Ovarian Abscess Dear Doctor Bibbi, I want to commend you for the way you solve peoples problem. I saw your column in the Daily Sun newspaper and I really praise God for giving you such wisdom. Firstly, my question is this -- what is Tubo-Ovarian Abscess? What are the symptoms, causes and dangers? My friend asked me to help her to ask and if there is any drug you can prescribe for pityriasis versicolor. I am looking forward to your reply.Thanks. Modinat Fatiullai, Ilorin Modi Dear, Tubo-Ovarian Abscess (TOA) is a bag of pus—like a very big boil-- involving the tubes and ovaries of a woman and causing, majorly, infertility. Pains in the pelvis or lower abdomen, fever, a swelling in the lower abdomen, sweating and irregular menses are some of the symptoms and signs to look for. Also a Pelvic Ultrasound Scan will reveal details of the condition. Any TOA is a matter for surgery by a competent Obsterician-Gynaecologist. Infection of the tubes and ovaries by bacteria are the culprits—germs like Staphylococcus, Streptococci,Diplococcus, Neisseria etc. Pityriasis Versicolor is easily treated with antifungal creams. Call me and we’ll sort you out Cheers