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Paralysis of the bowel, arising from any one of several causes; stops contractions that move material through the intestine.
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ielus
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A condition of sudden onset of pain within the abdomen, usually indicating peritonitis; immediate medical or surgical treatment is necessary.
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acute abdomen
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Bulging out of intestinal rings in small pockets at weak areas in the muscle walls, creating abdominal discomfort.
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diverticulitis
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Inflammation of the peritoneum.
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peritonitis
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Acute, intermittent cramping abdominal pain
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Colic
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Inflammation of the bladder.
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cystitis
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Inflammation of the gallbladder.
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cholesystitis
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The membrane lining the abdominal cavity.
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parietal peritoneum
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The membrane lining the abdominal cavity (parietal) and covering the abdominal organs (visceral).
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peritoneum
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The membrane lining the abdominal organs.
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visceral peritoneum
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Complete obstruction of blood circulation in a given organ as a result of compression or entrapment; an emergency situation causing death of tissue.
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strangulation
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