Peritonitis, Causes, Signs and Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment.
What is peritonitis?
What causes peritonitis?
What are the symptoms of peritonitis?
How is peritonitis diagnosed?
What are the complications of peritonitis?
How is peritonitis treated?
Can peritonitis be prevented?
Symptoms of peritonitis may include severe abdominal pain that worsens with movement, tenderness and swelling of the abdomen, fever, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, and inability to pass gas. In some cases, if left untreated, peritonitis can lead to sepsis, a life-threatening condition.
The diagnosis of peritonitis involves a physical examination, analysis of the patient’s medical history, and various imaging tests such as X-rays, ultrasound, or CT scan to identify the underlying cause and extent of inflammation.
Treatment for peritonitis usually involves hospitalization and intravenous antibiotics to combat the infection. In severe cases, surgery may be necessary to remove the infected tissue or repair any perforations. In some cases, peritoneal dialysis may be required to drain the infected fluid from the peritoneum.
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Prevention of peritonitis can be achieved by early treatment of underlying conditions such as appendicitis or gastrointestinal perforations, maintaining good hygiene practices, and prompt handling of any abdominal injuries or wounds.
Peritonitis
Causes
- Bacterial infection
- Fungal infection
- Viral infection
- Abdominal trauma
- Peritoneal dialysis
- Rupture of an organ
- Appendicitis
- Crohn’s disease
- Ulcerative colitis
- Abdominal surgery
Peritonitis
- Abdominal pain and tenderness
- Swelling or bloating in the abdomen
- Fever and chills
- Nausea and vomiting
- Loss of appetite
- Inability to pass gas or stool
- Increase in heart rate
- Weakness or fatigue
- Difficulty breathing
