What Should You Do for Abdominal Pain?

All people will experience abdominal pain, also commonly known as a stomachache, stomach pain, at some point in their lives. It might come and go or be continuous and could be mild to debilitating. It could likewise be chronic, meaning it could happen over several weeks to several years, or acute, meaning short-lived.

Because abdominal pain could be caused by a multitude of things, a consultation with your gastroenterologists here at the Comprehensive Digestive Institute of Nevada in our Henderson, NV, or Las Vegas, NV, office is needed to get accurate treatment and consequently, proper treatment.

Possible Causes of Abdominal Pain

Among the most common abdominal pain causes include a pulled muscle, indigestion, and gas pains. While these are not serious, other causes need more urgent treatment. Likewise, although the pattern and location of the pain can offer vital clues, the timing is particularly helpful when pinpointing its root cause.

For instance, acute abdominal pain occurs and typically resolves without treatment within several hours or days. Potential causes include minor issues that resolve on their own to very severe medical emergencies. Additionally, chronic abdominal pain could be episodic or intermittent and the cause is usually hard to pinpoint. This kind of pain might also be present for a couple of weeks to years.

Certain conditions likewise cause progressive pain that gets worse consistently over time. They’re also accompanied by more troubling symptoms.

How to Get Relief from Abdominal Pain

Consult with your gastroenterologist in our Las Vegas, NV, or Henderson, NV, office if you’re worried about your abdominal pain and if it lasts for several days. Meanwhile, you can try eating smaller meals if you suspect that indigestion is causing your pain. Likewise, refrain from taking OTC pain medications like ibuprofen or aspirin since these could cause further irritation.

On the other hand, seek urgent medical help if you’re experiencing these symptoms:

  • Extreme pain
  • Bloody stools
  • Fever
  • Weight loss
  • Persistent vomiting and nausea
  • Swelling of the stomach or severe tenderness
  • Yellowish-tinged skin

But if your pain is related to pain or pressure in the chest or trauma from an injury, get emergency assistance or call 911 immediately.

Need Abdominal Pain Relief? Contact Us

Call (702) 483-4483 to arrange an appointment in our Henderson, NV, or Las Vegas, NV, office, here at the Comprehensive Digestive Institute of Nevada.

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