25/12/2013
Abdominal pain, often known as stomach, belly or tummy ache, usually refers to cramps or a dull ache in the belly (abdomen). It is normally shortlived and caused by a minor upset or stomach bug.
Stomach cramps are often due to trapped wind and bloating. This is an extremely common problem that can be embarrassing but is easily dealt with – your pharmacist will be able to recommend a product which can be bought over the counter to relieve the wind.
If your stomach cramps have started recently and you also have diarrhoea, the cause is probably due to gastroenteritis. This means you have a viral or bacterial infection of the stomach and bowel which your immune system will usually fight off after a few days.
Severe stomach cramps and diarrhoea that make you feel very ill (for example, causing chills or a fever) could be due to a more serious infection, such as food poisoning. This will usually get better on its own without treatment.
There are situations where you should consider seeing your doctor. These include:
The pain is severe and getting worse.
The pain is associated with weight loss.
The pain is associated with bleeding from the bowel.
The pain is associated with difficulty swallowing.
The pain is associated with persistent vomiting.
If you have sudden, agonising pain in a particular area of your belly, seek medical help immediately. It may be a sign of a serious illness, such as appendicitis, that will rapidly get worse without treatment.
Some medicines, such as anti-inflammatory and anti-dementia drugs as well as aspirin, can cause stomach pain as a side effect. If you suspect this is the case then GET YOUR 4D ultrasound done today to identify further troubles
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