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Peritonitis

Alternative Names: Acute abdomen Symptoms: Abdominal pain or tenderness Abdominal distention Fever Low urine output Nausea and vomiting Point tenderness Thirst Fluid in the abdomen Inability to pass feces or gas Additional symptoms that may be associated with this disease include: Cloudy dialysis fluid (if undergoing peritoneal dialysis) Nausea and vomiting Shaking chills Signs of shock Signs and tests: Text Continues Below Examination of the abdomen typically shows tenderness. The abdomen may feel firm and "board-like" and there may be extensive "guarding" (protective movements such as curling up or refusal to allow the abdomen to be touched). Blood tests and x-rays or CT scans may be ordered.

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