What’s a Blumberg sign?

Blumberg’s sign is a physical exam that checks for abdominal problems, especially peritonitis. It is named after Jacob Moritz Blumberg, who discovered it. Doctors use it to diagnose peritonitis, which can be fatal if left untreated. Treatment includes antibiotics and surgery. Discovered by a German doctor, Blumberg’s sign is a sign elicited by a patient […]

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