Peritonitis: what it is, causes, types, and why it is dangerous
Peritonitis is inflammation of the peritoneum that is life-threatening without treatment. We explain the causes, types, signs, diagnosis, and consequences for the body.
Peritonitis is inflammation of the peritoneum that is life-threatening without treatment. We explain the causes, types, signs, diagnosis, and consequences for the body.
Appendicitis starts with pain near the navel that shifts to the lower right over a few hours. We explain how the pain changes, what atypical cases look like, and why delay is dangerous.