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Women’s Health Library

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Fitz-Hugh-Curtis Syndrome

Overview

Fitz-Hugh-Curtis syndrome occurs when pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), Opens dialog causes inflammation of the capsule covering the liver and the area around it. It causes pain in the upper right belly.

This syndrome happens when bacteria enter the abdominal cavity through the fallopian tubes, Opens dialog. They then follow the flow of peritoneal fluid, Opens dialog to the right upper belly, where they infect the liver.

Current as of: May 5, 2025

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff

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