N71: Inflammatory disease of uterus, except cervix
N71.9: Inflammatory disease of uterus, unspecified
The uterus or womb sits in the pelvis and is pear-shaped. The narrower part extends downward into the vagina and is called the cervix. When a woman is pregnant, the child grows in her uterus.
An inflammation in the uterus is mostly caused by pathogens. The uterus may sometimes become inflamed when you wear a coil.
Your periods may change if your uterus is inflamed. They may become particularly severe, for example, or occur at a different time from normal. You may also have pain in the lower abdomen or have a high temperature.
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