What are the symptoms of intestinal perforation?
Disease description:
It was just a few days ago when there was a sudden episode of severe abdominal pain, accompanied by high fever. After going to the hospital for examination, it was diagnosed as intestinal perforation. What are the symptoms of intestinal perforation?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
The main symptoms of intestinal perforation include:
1. Sudden, severe abdominal pain, typically described as "knife-like" pain that quickly spreads throughout the entire abdomen.
2. Nausea and vomiting, which are caused by inflammatory irritation.
3. Abdominal distension, which may occur when excessive intestinal contents leak into the abdominal cavity and accumulate, leading to marked abdominal swelling in severe cases.
4. Signs of diffuse peritonitis upon abdominal examination, including generalized abdominal tenderness, rebound tenderness, and muscle guarding.
5. Systemic symptoms such as chills, high fever, rapid pulse, and decreased blood pressure, which may progress to septic shock.
If the above symptoms occur, immediate medical attention should be sought to avoid delays in treatment that could lead to serious consequences.
