K67: Disorders of peritoneum in infectious diseases classified elsewhere
K67.3: Tuberculous peritonitis
The abdominal organs are located in the abdomen. The abdomen is lined from within with a membrane. The membrane is made up of individual cells. These cells normally release a small amount of fluid into the abdomen. Thanks to this fluid, the organs can move and slide past each other.
The membrane around your abdominal organs has become inflamed. Because of the inflammation, you may have severe pain. You may also need to vomit or have a fever.
The membrane around your abdominal organs has become inflamed by specific pathogens. In your case, the inflammation was caused by tuberculosis bacteria.
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