Point tenderness - abdomen (Abdominal tenderness)

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Point tenderness - abdomen

Alternate Names : Abdominal tenderness

Definition

Abdominal point tenderness refers to the pain you feel when pressure is applied to a specific part of the belly area (abdomen).

Overview & Considerations

The abdomen is an area of the body a doctor can easily examine by touch. The doctor can feel masses and organs within the belly area and pinpoint where you feel pain.

Abdominal tenderness can range from mild to severe. "Rebound" tenderness occurs when the tissue that lines the abdominal cavity (the peritoneum) is irritated, inflamed, or infected. See:Peritonitis

Common Causes

Abdominal abscess
Appendicitis
Certain types of hernias
Diverticular disease
Hepatitis
Meckel's diverticulum
Ovarian torsion (twisted Fallopian tube)
Pelvic inflammatory disease

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Anatomical landmarks, front view
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Review Date : 11/16/2008
Reviewed By : Linda Vorvick, MD, Family Physician, Seattle Site Coordinator, Lecturer, Pathophysiology, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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