Human Anatomy
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ISBN: 9780135168059
Author: Marieb, Elaine Nicpon, Brady, Patricia, Mallatt, Jon
Publisher: Pearson Education, Inc.,
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Chapter 24, Problem 3CRCAQ
Hattie, aged 55, is awakened by excruciating pain that radiates from her right abdomen to the lumber and inguinal regions on the same side. The pain does not occur continuously but recurs at intervals of 3-4 minutes. Diagnose her problem, and cite factors that might favour its occurrence. Also, explain why Hattie’s pain comes in “waves�.
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Human Anatomy
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