“Maintain Your Optimal Health by Keeping Tabs on Stomach Pain Concerns”
What exactly would be considered “Pain in Abdomen”? Well, we all experience some type of stomach discomfort from time to time.
Q: Can Abdominal Pain be related to Back Pain, Fatigue, Fybromyaglia or even STD’s?
A: Yes, possibly. So, do your research!
First, let’s start with a simple definition: Pain in the belly (the abdomen), which is labeled as abdominal discomfort that can come from conditions affecting a variety of organs, the foods we eat, gas, or
even rupture. The abdomen is an anatomical area that is bounded by the lower margin of the ribs above, the pelvic bone (pubic ramus) below, and the flanks on each side. Although abdominal pain can arise from the tissues of the abdominal wall that surround the abdominal cavity (the skin and abdominal wall muscles), the term abdominal pain generally is used to describe pain originating from organs within the abdominal cavity (from beneath the s
kin and muscles). These organs include the stomach, small intestine, colon, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas.
Occasionally, pain in abdomen may be felt even though it is arising from organs that are close to but not within the abdominal cavity, for example, the lower lungs, the kidneys, and the uterus or ovaries. This latter type of pain is called “referred” pain because the pain, though originating outside the abdomen, is being referred to (felt) in the abdominal area.
Abdominal pain can be acute and sudden in onset, or the pain can be chronic and
longstanding. Abdominal pain may be minor and of no great significance, or it can reflect a major problem involving one of the organs in the abdomen. The characteristics of the pain–location, timing, duration, etc. are important in diagnosing its cause. Persistent or severe abdominal pain should be evaluated by a physician.
Acute abdominal pain may require urgent surgery such as for a twisted ovarian cyst, ectopic pregnancy,
intestinal obstruction, appendicitis, peritonitis, perforated peptic ulcer, perforated diverticulitis, or abdominal aortic aneurysm. Patients with gallbladder disease, pancreatitis, or a kidney stone may also need urgent tre
atment. Acute or chronic abdominal pain may also call for medical (nonsurgical) therapy.
The causes of abdominal pain…
really depends on sex and age of the patient. A man may have testicular torsion with a twisted testis while a woman may have a twisted ovarian cyst . Abdominal pain in infants and small children may be due to intestinal obstruction from atresia or stenosis of the intestine, esophageal webs, intussusception, volvulus, imperforate anus, and Hirschsprung disease.
What Symptoms of Pain in Abdomen Are Cause for Concern?
If your abdominal pain is severe or if it is accompanied by any of the following symptoms, contact your doctor as soon as possible:
- Fever
- Inability to keep food down for several days
- Inability to pass stool, especially if you are also vomiting
- Vomiting blood
- Bloody stools
- Difficulty breathing
- Painful or unusually frequent urination
- The pain occurs during pregnancy
- The abdomen is tender to the touch
- The pain is the result of an injury to the abdomen in the previous days
- The pain lasts for several days
These symptoms can be an indication of an internal problem that requires treatment as soon as possible.
How Is Pain in Abdomen Treated?
Treating abdominal pain depends on its cause. This can range from medications for inflammation, GERD or ulcers, to antibiotics for infections, to changes in personal behavior for abdominal pain caused by certain foods or beverages. In some cases such as appendicitis and hernia, surgery is necessary.
Good Rule of Thumb: The Internet provides valuable information. Research leads to knowledge and knowledge could mean less visits to the doctor! Be informed before seeing your Doctor…
Warning! Please keep in mind that the information contained within this site is not professional medical advice, and should not be used as a substitute for such information. If you are concerned about abdominal pain causes or the potential risk(s) they pose, or the other medical situation(s) mentioned, then contact someone who is qualified in this area, such as a licensed doctor or other medical professional(s).
