Definition

Inflammation of the peritoneum, which is a serous sac that lines the abdominal cavity and most of the viscera contained therein.
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Causes

Inflamed viceral organ rupture, such as the appendix, will spread the inflammation throughout the abdominal cavity. This sets off an acute inflammation of the peritoneum.
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Symptoms

Peritonitis is a very painful condition accompanied by vomiting and a racing pulse rate. The abdomen becomes swollen and tight like a board. The patient's life is in danger at this point and must be hospitalized immediately. Provided the patient is in good health otherwise, a skillful surgeon will have a good chance to pull the patient through.
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Herbs

• Belladonna
• Bistort
• Bryony, white
• Castor bean
• Chamomile
• Linden
• Lobelia
• Myrrh
• Sage, purple

Cautions

Call for medical help! Do not delay!
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Bibliography

• The Nature Doctor, by Dr. H.C.A. Vogel; pgs. 211, 217, 228.
• Planetary Herbology, by Michael Tierra, C.A., N.D., O.M.D., pgs., 230.
• Indian Herbalogy of North America, by Alma R. Hutchens, pgs., 71, 82, 132, 182, 185.
• The Complete Medicinal Herbal, by Penelope Ody, pgs., 140, 142-143.

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