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Conditions treated: Nutrition and Metabolism, Appendicitis
Treating Appendicitis with Sambiloto
Sambiloto (Andrographis paniculata) is tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It is widely cultivated in southern Asia, where it is used to treat infecti...
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Conditions treated: Nutrition and Metabolism, Appendicitis
Treating Appendicitis with Turmeric, Key Lime, Sugar Palm, and Salt
Sodium chloride, also known as Common Salt, Table salt, or halite, is a chemical compound with the formula NaCl. Sodium chloride is the Salt most resp...
Peritonitis Guide
- Summary
- Definition
- Symptoms
- Causes
- Treatment
- Other Names
- When to Contact a Medical Professional
- Possible Complications
- Outlook (Prognosis)
- Prevention
- Exams and Tests
Definition
Peritonitis is an inflammation (irritation) of the peritoneum, the tissue that lines the wall of the abdomen and covers the abdominal organs.
Symptoms
Additional symptoms that may be associated with this disease include:
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Encyclopedia: Peritonitis
Peritonitis is defined as inflammation of the peritoneum . It may be localised or generalised, generally has an acute course, and may depend on either infection or on a non-infectious process. Peritonitis generally represents a surgical emergency. The main manifestations of peritonitis are acute abdominal pain, tenderness, and guarding, which are exacerbated by moving the peritoneum, e.g. coughing, flexing the hips, or eliciting the Blumberg sign . The localization of...
Web Results
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Peritonitis - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Nov 23, 2008 ... This article is about peritonitis in human beings. For a specific cause of peritonitis in cats, see Feline infectious peritonitis. ...
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Peritonitis
Oct 20, 2006 ... Peritonitis is an inflammation of the peritoneum, the thin membrane that lines the abdominal wall and covers most of the organs of the body. ...
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Peritonitis - Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention
Peritonitis is a serious disorder caused by an inflammation of the peritoneum, ... Once peritonitis develops, emergency treatment is needed to combat ...
News
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Where are all the nosy parkers when you need them?...
I have always been a fan of British restraint. I revere it. I love the fact that someone in the throes of peritonitis will murmur vaguely about having a slight tummy ache . An elderly...
Nov 29, 2008
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Is there yet any place for reagent strips in diagnosing...
Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Dec 03, 2008
Question and Answer
peritonitis?
continue discharge of pus 4 months after a ruptured appendix/peritonitis operation. carrying a drainage tube....
continue discharge of pus 4 months after a ruptured appendix/peritonitis operation. carrying a drainage tube....
Get a second medical opinion! This is hard to judge via internet.
Asked by peritonitis lingers - 5 months ago
Have you ever heard of viral peritonitis?
The doctor told one of my friends that she has viral peritonitis, but she doesn't...
The doctor told one of my friends that she has viral peritonitis, but she doesn't...
This is basically when you have virusus in your peritoneal cavity. This is the part of your tummy surrounding the stomach, intestines etc. It is outside them but inside your...
Asked by smlybug06 - 26 months ago
Forum Search
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peritonitis
Hola, me gustaria que me ayuden a traducir, "me tubieron que operar de urgencia de peritonitis peritonitis" Muchas gracias!!!! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peritonitis Saludos...
Jun 07, 2008
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Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
My wife and I bought a kitten in December who was recently tested for the FIP virus; she came... up positive for the virus that causes FIP. From my understanding FIP is like AIDS in humans...
Mar 06, 2007
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Egg Peritonitis?
I can do until then? Does it sound like peritonitis? Ta Phil the night! We have been to the Vets , he feels that she has either a severe peritonitis...
Mar 29, 2008
Complementary and Alternative Medicine
See results for: Typhoid, Infectious Diseases, Nutrition and Metabolism, Appendicitis
Doctor-moderated Forums
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Peritonitis symptoms
Hi! I'd like to know which symptoms MUST be present to indicate secondary peritonitis? Thanks.
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Peritoneal
Does anyone know if Peritoneal Cells and Ovarian Cells are one in the same?
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ileostomy
after a patient has a colectomy and ileostomy then develops peritonitis what is the focus assessment
How-To Guides
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Peritonitis
Peritonitis is an inflammation of the abdominal lining, called the peritoneum. Learn about peritonitis causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention.
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Peritonitis - Spontaneous
Peritonitis – spontaneous is abdominal lining inflammation as a result of ascites complications. Learn about spontaneous peritonitis causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention.
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Peritoneal Dialysis Slide Show
Learn about Peritoneal Dialysis:
Dialysis removes waste and balances the electrolyte and fluid level of the blood. These tasks are usually performed by the kidneys. However, when the kidneys can no longer do their job sufficiently, or when are removed, dialysis is an artificial way to mimic their function. There are two types of dialysis: hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. Learn about peritoneal dialysis in this slide show.
A Step-by-Step Look at Hemodialysis
Hemodialysis is the most common type of dialysis. Learn about it with this slide show:
Dialysis removes waste and balances the electrolyte and fluid level of the blood. These tasks are usually performed by the kidneys. However, when the kidneys can no longer do their job sufficiently, or when they are removed, dialysis is an artificial way to mimic their function. There are two types of dialysis: hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. Learn about hemodialysis in this slide show.
Protect Your Joints
Arthritis can render your joints very painful, especially in your hands. You can protect your hands from further damage by avoiding pushing, pulling, or twisting movements. There are additional things you can do to avoid further joint damage, such as increasing the size of toothbrush handles with foam. This slide show from the Mayo Clinic will guide you through more tips.
Related in the Kosmos
Specialty (medicine)
Inflammations
Surgery
Virology
Treatment Success for Dialysis
Dialysis is a popular treatment for Peritonitis.
| Condition | Members | Success |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis | 150 | 96% |
| Polycystic Kidney... | 17 | 100% |
| Renal Cell Carcin... | 8 | 88% |
| Organ Transplants... | 5 | 100% |
| Interstitial Cyst... | 1 | 100% |
Overall, 96% (181 members) find Dialysis helpful.