One of your athletes comes over to you during the second half of a game complaining of having been struck in the abdomen. Initially, the athlete was having difficulty breathing. Those signs and symptoms have subsided and you decide to send him back into the game. Following the match, the athlete begins to complain of discomfort in the abdomen. Which of the following might explain the discomfort?

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A hollow organ injury or a solid organ injury could explain the discomfort in the abdomen after being struck. Hollow organ injuries can cause delayed symptoms, and solid organ injuries can lead to internal bleeding and pain.

One of Your Athletes Comes Over to You During the Second