Abdominal pain refers to pain that is being experienced between your chest and pelvis. It may manifest itself as dull painful pain that is persistent or a sharp stabbing pain and last a few minutes, a few more hours or even many more. The nature, severity and location of the pain are also exact and they can tell your physician the cause of the pain.
Abdominal pain can feel very different depending on what's going on. You might notice:
There are many potential triggers of abdominal pain. Common causes include:
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Abdominal pain on the left side in women may be due to ovarian cysts, premenstrual pain, pregnancy, as well as digestive problems like gas or diverticulitis. Proper assessment helps in determining the cause.
You must visit a doctor when the pain in the lower left abdomen is sudden or severe, and when it is accompanied by fever, vomiting, bleeding, or changes in bowel movements.
Pain in the upper left abdomen may indicate pancreatitis, inflammation of the spleen, stomach ulcers, or other serious disorders. Early diagnosis is important for effective treatment.
Yes. Postmenstrual pain may be a sign of early pregnancy or implantation cramping. It is advisable to take a home pregnancy test and consult your doctor.
Often. Abdominal pain with fever may indicate infections like appendicitis, diverticulitis, or gastrointestinal infections, and should be evaluated as early as possible.
Left rib cage pain can involve the spleen, stomach, or colon. Possible causes include gastritis, enlargement of the spleen, muscle strain, or inflammation of the rib cartilage (costochondritis).
Nighttime abdominal pain may occur due to acid reflux, gas, bladder pressure, or changes in digestive motility while lying down. Adjusting diet and sleep position can often help.
We focus on safe, pregnancy-friendly measures including diet changes, light physical activity, hydration, and approved medications to reduce cramps, gas, or other discomforts.
Left sub-rib pain can result from gastritis, a pulled intercostal muscle, costochondritis, splenic conditions, or colon irritation. Diagnosis typically involves a clinical exam and imaging.
GastroDoxs provides urgent abdominal pain consultations, offering same-day or next-day appointments. Visit our Katy office or schedule online to be seen as soon as possible.
