Your patient is a 68-year-old female complaining of diffuse abdominal pain. She has a history of intestinal hernias and adhesions from previous abdominal surgery. Your suspicion should be highest for:

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Given the patient's history of intestinal hernias and adhesions from previous abdominal surgery, bowel obstruction is the most likely cause of her diffuse abdominal pain. Diverticulitis and ulcerative colitis are less likely without further information or symptoms. Appendicitis is less likely in a 68-year-old patient.

Your Patient Is a 68-Year-Old Female Complaining of Diffuse Abdominal