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A rigid, board-like abdomen along with vomiting are classic signs of peritonitis, which is a serious inflammation of the lining of the abdominal cavity. It’s often caused by infection due to a ruptured organ, like a perforated ulcer or appendix. These symptoms are medical emergencies and require immediate attention, as they can rapidly lead to life-threatening complications like sepsis.
The term “rigid board-like abdomen” refers to involuntary guarding—where the abdominal muscles contract so tightly that the abdomen feels hard—often indicating acute abdominal distress.
⚠️ If someone is experiencing these symptoms, seek emergency medical care immediately. Do not wait.
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What are the symptoms of appendicitis?
abdominal pain that starts suddenly near the umbilicus and spreads to the lower right side of the abdomen abdominal swelling rigid abdominal muscles cramps constipation or diarrhea nausea and vomiting loss of appetite low-grade fever Although pain from appendicitis typically occurs in the lower right side of the abdomen, pregnant women may have pain in the upper right side of the abdomen. This is because the appendix is higher during pregnancy.
What is the medical term meaning board-like?
Rigid is the medical term meaning board-like.
Canj you help me find the word rigid using it in a meaningful sentences?
The boy stood rigid as a board, frozen in shock.
What could be the cause of my stomach feeling hard if I'm not pregnant?
A rigid abdomen could be a sign of peritonitis or Wilms tumor.
What is a rigid flex pcb used for?
A rigid flex printed circuit board is used in some specialized electronics equipment. Some examples of electronics that use this form of circuit board include military equipment and cell phones.
What is Donnacona Board?
Donnaconna board is a low-density, semi-rigid product sold in 4x8 sheets and is used for sound proofing ceilings and walls.
What is rigid thermal foil?
Rigid thermal foil is a type of insulation material that is made from a sheet of foil laminated onto a rigid board, typically made from materials like foam or fiberglass. It is commonly used in construction to provide thermal insulation by reflecting heat and reducing heat transfer.
What is the difference between a board certified physician and not board certified?
All physicians must have a medical license to work as a doctor. However, a board certified physician has also passed rigid assessments making him an expert in a particular medical field.
What is the change of energy of a person jumping off a rigid diving board?
The change in energy of a person jumping off a rigid diving board is from potential energy at the top to kinetic energy at the bottom. At the top, the person has potential energy due to their height above the ground, which is converted to kinetic energy as they fall towards the ground.
What condition would you assess for when dealing with a crushing injury?
Internal bleeding is the big concern with crushing injury. Severe internal bleeding of the abdomen can be palpated and feels like the abdomen is hard and rigid. Additionally, when there is crushing injury of the thorax, lung puncture or other pneumothorax(lung collapse) is also of great concern.
Why is a dog's abdomen is very hard and rigid she is still having small bowel movements and is still eating she also is retaining fluids what could this be?
Sounds serious - I would take her to a vet as soon as possible.
