Peritonitis
Alternative Names
Acute abdomenSymptoms
- 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
- Cloudy dialysis fluid (if undergoing peritoneal dialysis)
- Nausea and vomiting
- Shaking chills
- Signs of shock
Exams and Tests
The doctor will perform a physical exam. The abdomen is usually tender, and may feel firm and "board-like." The patient may extensively "guard" the area, using protective movements such as curling up or refusing to allow the area to be touched.
Blood tests, x-rays, and CT scans may be ordered.
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