An infection that progresses from the vagina and cervix to infect the pelvic cavity and fallopian tubes is called

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Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection that begins in the vagina and cervix and spreads to other parts of the reproductive system, including the uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries. It can cause long-term damage to a woman's fertility if left untreated, making it important to seek medical attention if you experience symptoms such as abdominal pain, fever, or unusual vaginal discharge. Urinary tract infections (A) are caused by bacteria in the urinary system, but do not typically involve the reproductive organs. Endometriosis (C) is a condition in which the tissue that lines the uterus grows outside of it, causing pain and potentially impacting fertility, but is not caused by an infection. Ascending pelvic inflammation (B) is not a medical term typically used to describe a specific condition.

An Infection That Progresses from the Vagina and Cervix to Infect