Inflammation of the peritoneum is called peritonitis. The inflammation is caused by a fungal or bacterial infection, usually due to an injury to your abdomen, an underlying medical condition, or a treatment device, such as a dialysis catheter or feeding tube.
Obesity is common, serious and costly. More than one-third of U.S. adults (34.9% or 78.6 million) are obese. Adult Obesity Facts.
As already noted, evidence is emerging that when overweight and obese older adults achieve intentional weight loss through energy restriction and/or exercise, many health benefits are accrued (24 , , . The aging musculoskeletal system and obesity-related considerations with exercise .