Abdominal pain is a very common problem that you feel between your chest and
groin. Majority of people experienced abdominal pain at some point in their
life. If the pain is severe, it should not be ignored. Although abdominal pain
can arise from the tissues of the abdominal wall that surround the abdominal
cavity. Sometimes pain in abdomen may arise from the organs that are close to
such as Kidneys, lungs, and ovaries.
Severe abdominal pain does not mean seriousness of the condition. Sometimes due
to conditions like gas or the cramping of viral gastroenteritis severe pain can
occur. On the other hand mild pain in abdomen may be due to life-threatening
conditions, such as cancer of the colon or early appendicitis.
The pain can be caused by a variety of conditions. Common causes of Abdominal
pain are:-
Abdominal pain can arise due to excessive gas.
Intestinal illness is the most common problem and symptoms are vomiting,
diarrhea, and fever.
Cancer of the colon, stomach, or pancreas are serious and may cause mild pain.
Food poisoning occurs due to the presence of bad bacteria in abdomen.
Abdomen pain can be caused by overeating or dealing with a stressful event.
Pain can occur due to an obstruction of the intestine, swelling of the liver,
improper blood circulation, stones in kidney.
Lactose Intolerance, Ovarian Cancer, Ovarian Cysts can contribute to pain in
abdomen.
Abdominal pain that occurs during menstruation may be from menstrual cramps or
it may indicate a problem in a reproductive organ.
Appendicitis is the most worrisome cause of sudden abdominal pain.
Other factors like stomach flu, constipation, indigestion, hernia may cause pain
in abdomen.
Treatment:-
Appropriate treatment of the abdominal pain depends upon its cause. Here are
some home tips: For the first few hours you should avoid solid food and try to
take clear fluids. In case of indigestion, antacids may provide you some relief
and you should avoid fried or greasy foods, tomato products, caffeine, alcohol.