what causes a ruptured appendix
You have pain that matches these symptoms. Do not eat, drink, or use any pain remedies, antacids, laxatives, or heating pads, which can cause an inflamed appendix to rupture. If you have any of the mentioned symptoms seek medical attention immediately since timely diagnosis and treatment is very important.
If the appendix ruptures and releases the infection into the abdomen, the patient may develop peritonitis, which is an infection and inflammation of the peritoneum. The peritoneum is the membrane that lines the abdominal cavity and covers most of the abdominal organs.
Your provider will do a physical exam. 1  If you have appendicitis, your pain will increase when your lower right belly area is pressed. 2  If your appendix has ruptured, touching the belly area may cause a lot of pain and lead you to tighten your muscles.  A rectal exam may find tenderness on the right side of your rectum.