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Rigid and tender abdomen, help!?

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See Doctor ASAP: I feel like I am trying to solve a puzzle using only 2 of a 100 pieces, however...In medical terminology, a rigid abdomen refers to involuntary contraction of the abdominal wall muscles brought on by severe inflammation within the abdominal cavity, peritonitis. Therefore, a true "rigid" abdomen warrants emergent medical evaluation.

Answered 9/28/2016

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