👉 Splenopneumonia is a condition in which the spleen, a vital organ located in the abdomen, becomes inflamed due to an infection or inflammation. This can occur when there is an infection of the lining around the spleen, called the spleenitis. Spleenitis is often caused by bacteria, viruses, or parasites. The spleen is responsible for producing white blood cells that help fight infections and protect the body from diseases. Splenopneumonia usually affects