The following features are indicative of Abdominal tenderness:
pain in belly area (abdomen)
constipation
diarrhea
fainting
vomiting
fever
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Common Causes of Abdominal tenderness
The following are the most common causes of Abdominal tenderness:
abdominal abscess
meckel diverticulum
ovarian torsion (twisted fallopian tube)
Risk Factors for Abdominal tenderness
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Abdominal tenderness:
appendicitis
hernias
Prevention of Abdominal tenderness
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Abdominal tenderness.
Occurrence of Abdominal tenderness
Common Age Group
Abdominal tenderness can occur at any age.
Common Gender
Abdominal tenderness can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Abdominal tenderness
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Abdominal tenderness:
Abdominal X-ray: To look at organs and structures in the abdomen
Abdominal CT scan (Computed tomography): To determine the cause of unexplained pain
Blood Test: Such as complete blood count to measure the concentration of white blood cells, red blood cells and platelets in the blood
Complications of Abdominal tenderness if untreated
Yes, Abdominal tenderness causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Abdominal tenderness is left untreated:
peritonitis
Procedures for Treatment of Abdominal tenderness
The following procedures are used to treat Abdominal tenderness:
Exploratory laparotomy: The abdominal organs examined for injury or disease
Appendectomy: Surgery to remove the appendix
Last updated date
This page was last updated on 2/04/2019.
This page provides information for Abdominal tenderness.