Abdominal pain can be a very general term, and often one of the trickiest
things to diagnose. When pain or discomfort occurs between the chest and
pelvis, it's considered abdominal pain. Most of the time it’s
mild or subsides quickly, but if symptoms worsen or become more severe,
it could be a sign of another underlying cause. To better understand the
reason for your abdominal pain and how to treat it, you’ll want
to understand the most common cause:
Stomach Flu
When you suffer from the stomach flu, you often have a variety of symptoms
that accompany it. Vomiting, nausea, bloating, gas, and fever are some
of the most common. Symptoms should subside in a few days; if not it could
be a sign of something more serious.
Gas
Symptoms can vary from increased pressure to sharp pains. At times, tightness
or restriction in the abdomen can occur, too. Most of the time, a change
in diet can stop the reoccurrence of gas, and it can often be relieved
with a belch, flatulence, or medication.
Pulled or Strained Muscles Pain
If you are experiencing soreness or pain or around your belly, it could
be a sign of a
strain or pulled muscles, especially if you have recently started a new activity.
You’ll want to stop any activity that causes more pain and ice daily.
Pulls or strains should heal on their own.
Often abdominal pain can be caused by other issues that are not related
to your digestive tract such as:
If you experience fevers, signs of dehydration, pain that lasts for more
than a few hours, or your belly is tender to touch, visit the Campbell
County Medical Group
Walk-in Clinic in Gillette, Wyoming.
We can provide you with the personal and quality care you need.
Save your spot in line or walk-in today!
Learn more at
www.cchwyo.org/wic.