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I am a professional surgeon based in Beijing, China.

What Are the Symptoms of Peritonitis?

Peritonitis is an acute inflammation of the peritoneum triggered by bacterial, chemical or physical insults. It progresses rapidly and may become life-threatening within hours. Key manifestations include: Abdominal painThe earliest and most prominent symptom—persistent, sharp, and diffuse; movement, coughing or palpation intensifies the discomfort. Peritoneal signsTenderness, rebound pain and guarding give the abdomen a board-like rigidity, reflecting parietal peritoneal irritation. Nausea & vomitingInitially reflex, later bilious or feculent if paralytic ileus supervenes. Fever & rigorsTemperature often >38 °C with chills as systemic inflammation ignites. Abdominal distensionGas and fluid accumulate when peristalsis ceases, sometimes compromising respiration. Cessation of flatus & stoolAbsent... Learn more

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What Are the Symptoms of Retroperitoneal Hematoma?

A retroperitoneal hematoma is basically a deep bruise behind the abdominal lining. Blood vessels tear, fluid collects, and the space fills silently. Most people feel nothing at first, then vague aches appear. The list below keeps things simple. Early warning flares A dull throb in the flank or low back is common. It can wrap forward into the groin. Sitting upright may ease it slightly, while deep breaths make it worse. Some individuals notice mild nausea or a full feeling long before any skin changes show. As the puddle grows The belly bloats, jeans feel tight, yet weight stays stable.... Learn more

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What Are the Symptoms of Fibroma?

Fibromas are benign tumors composed of fibrous connective tissue. Their symptoms depend on location and size, but most present as slow-growing, painless, firm nodules. Dermatofibroma typically measures 0.5–1.5 cm, reddish-brown, smooth or rough, slightly tender when pressed; lateral compression produces a central dimple. Lesions favor extremities. Gingival fibromatosis presents as diffuse, symmetric gingival hyperplasia with firm consistency, covering crowns, causing tooth displacement, eruption delay and masticatory dysfunction. Deep soft-tissue fibromas manifest as ill-defined firm masses; nerve or joint involvement may produce pain, numbness, or limited motion. Neurofibroma lies within or under skin, soft, skin-colored or pink, sometimes painful or paresthetic;... Learn more

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What Are the Symptoms of Intestinal Obstruction?

The classic picture of intestinal obstruction is “pain, distension, vomiting, and absence of stool/gas.” Abdominal pain: forceful peristalsis in the proximal bowel causes colicky pain every 5–15 min; persistent severe pain suggests ischemia or perforation. Distension: gas and fluid accumulate proximal to the blockage, inflating the abdomen; low obstructions produce greater swelling and visible peristaltic waves. Vomiting: high obstructions provoke early, frequent emesis—first gastric, then bilious or feculent; low obstructions delay vomiting. Obstipation: complete obstruction abolishes flatus and stool; residual distal content may be passed early. Auscultation reveals hyperactive, high-pitched, metallic bowel sounds; peritoneal signs or systemic toxicity warn of... Learn more

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What Are the Symptoms of Appendicitis?

Almost every acute appendicitis begins with abdominal pain: initially dull or vague around the umbilicus; in roughly 70-80% of adults it migrates to the right lower quadrant (McBurney point) within 6-8 h and is worsened by coughing, walking, or pressure. Sudden spread suggests possible perforation. Nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite accompany the pain; vomitus is usually gastric, and children may vomit more often. Temperature is usually low-grade (37-38℃); with suppuration or perforation it may exceed 38.5℃ and be accompanied by chills and malaise. Altered bowel motility causes constipation or diarrhea; a pelvic appendix may irritate the rectum, producing tenesmus... Learn more

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