Department of Gastroenterology
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What is Abdominal Pain ?
Abdominal pain is discomfort anywhere in the abdomen, such as between the ribs and the pelvis. When we think of abdominal pain, we tend to think of “abdominal pain” or “abdominal pain,” but abdominal pain can also come from other organs.
- Stomach.
- Liver.
- Gallbladder.
- Pancreas.
- Small intestine.
- Large intestine.
- These are all digestive organs, but pain can also occur in the abdominal wall, the outer covering (skin, muscle) of the stomach. Pain in the stomach can also come from other places, such as the chest, pelvis, or back.
- Abdominal pain has many forms and many different meanings.
You can feel:
- Light or heavy.
- Blunt or sharp.
- Burning or pain.
- Convulsions or colic.
- Abdominal pain can take many forms.
- Whole Body Pain This refers to pain felt in more than half of the abdomen, typically when stomach viruses, indigestion, or bloating are the cause of the pain.
- Localized pain This refers to pain felt in only one area of the abdomen and is typical of problems with organs such as the stomach, appendix or gallbladder that are causing the pain.
- Cramps This type of pain comes and goes. Cramps are rarely severe and usually indicate that bloating, bowel movements, or menstruation are the cause of the pain.
- Colic This type of pain comes and goes like a spasm, but tends to be more intense and begins and ends abruptly. According to Mount Sinai, kidneys and gallstones are typical sources of pain. UP ARROW If your abdominal pain is so severe that you cannot move or sit still in a comfortable position without additional pain, it is important to contact your doctor.
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of the following symptoms of abdominal pain:-
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- Fever
- Bloody stool
- Nausea and vomiting that does not go away
- Weight loss
- Yellowish skin
- Abdomen very tender to touch
- Abdomen swollen
Most causes are temporary and not serious. They may be associated with digestion, menstruation, or passage of viruses.
For example: Digestive problems
Abdominal pain after eating can be caused by:
- Indigestion.
- Flatulence and flatulence.
- Constipation.
- Diarrhea.
- Food allergies and intolerances.
- Food poisoning.
Your healthcare provider will ask you detailed questions about your pain.
They'll want to know:
- Where you feel it.
- What it feels like.
- How long you've had it.
- If it comes and goes.
- When things go wrong.
- When staying in one place or moving.
- Something that can be both good and bad.
What other symptoms do you have?
Based on your answers, the doctor will try to determine if you need emergency treatment. Your health care provider may be able to quickly determine that your pain is temporary and not serious. You may also suspect a more serious condition and want to run some tests. Also, you may not be able to solve the puzzle on your first visit. Your pain may lessen or you may need to return for further evaluation.