Nigel Lythgoe

I nearly died with the peritonitis, but not the heart attack. The heart attack was like bad indigestion and two weeks later I was back in shouting at people. I was shouting at people during the heart attack. I had it for three days without realising what it was.

English Director

Peritonitis indicates a serious health condition often involving urgent care or surgery.

Medical Severity

'Peritonitis' is used mainly by healthcare professionals and patients discussing specific medical conditions.

Specialized Vocabulary

Use 'peritonitis' in contexts where medical conditions and treatments are being discussed.