Fitz-Hugh-Curtis Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review and Case Presentation

Abstract

Fitz-Hugh-Curtis syndrome (FHCS) is a rare female disease. It is a chronic manifestation of pelvic inflammation. FHCs are characterized by inflammation of the lining of the stomach and tissues around the liver. Women between the ages of 15 and 30 are at high risk of the disease. In rare cases, men also develop the disease. Common symptoms include severe pain in the right upper abdominal region, fever, chills, headache, and general poor health (discomfort). FHCS is a common clinical entity that is associated with peripheral hepatitis and PID and requires high attention for treatment. Abdominal infections in patients, especially those affecting the reproductive tract, should be diagnosed and treated early, as the condition, if left untreated, carries a higher risk of permanent damage and pelvic sepsis.