Abdominal Pain
Abdominal pain refers to discomfort anywhere between the chest and pelvis. It may be mild or severe and can result from digestive problems, infections, inflammation, or serious conditions such as appendicitis or gallstones.
🚨 Seek Emergency Medical Help
Get emergency help if abdominal pain:
- Is sudden and severe.
- Occurs with vomiting blood or black stools.
- Is accompanied by high fever.
- Causes fainting, severe weakness, or dehydration.
📞 Consult a Doctor
Contact a healthcare provider if pain:
- Lasts longer than 24 hours.
- Occurs frequently after eating.
- Is associated with nausea or vomiting.
- Is accompanied by unexplained weight loss.
Common Symptoms & Causes
| How the pain feels | Possible Cause |
|---|---|
| Burning pain in upper abdomen | Gastritis or Acid Reflux |
| Sharp pain in lower right abdomen | Appendicitis |
| Cramping abdominal pain | Food Poisoning or Gastroenteritis |
| Pain after eating fatty foods | Gallstones |
| Severe upper abdominal pain radiating to back | Pancreatitis |
Causes by Category
Gastritis: Inflammation of the stomach lining.
Peptic Ulcer: Open sores in stomach or intestine.
Gastroenteritis: Infection causing vomiting and diarrhea.
Gallstones: Hardened deposits in the gallbladder.
Hepatitis: Inflammation of the liver.
Appendicitis: Inflammation of the appendix.
Kidney Stones: Can cause severe abdominal or flank pain.
Muscle strain: Abdominal muscle injury.
Diagnostic Procedures
CBC Test
Detects infection or inflammation.
Liver Function Test
Evaluates liver health and bile flow.
Abdominal Ultrasound
Detects gallstones, liver disease, and organ abnormalities.
CT Scan
Detailed imaging for appendicitis, tumors, or internal bleeding.
