01/02/2024
⚡Distinguish between colitis and stomach inflammation according to pain location
Painful location of colitis
– Lower abdomen: Pain may appear in the lower abdomen and a large part is concentrated on the left side. Pain can last and vary in severity from mild to severe.
– A**s and surrounding: Some people may experience pain and discomfort at the a**s or in the surrounding area
– Upper abdomen: In some cases, pain can spread to the upper abdomen or near the ribs
Painful location of gastritis
– Epigastric: Pain may appear in the epigastric area, which is closer to the chest. Pain is often concentrated above and behind the sternum, and can spread to the back
– Middle abdomen: Stomach pain often appears in the middle abdomen, located between the epigastrium and lower abdomen. Pain may be felt as a heavy, throbbing or prickling sensation
– Lower abdomen on the left side: In some cases, gastritis can cause pain in the lower abdomen, especially on the left side. Pain may be described as aching or spasmodic
