Pain in your lower right abdomen could have several different causes. While this feeling may get better on its own, it sometimes requires immediate medical attention or surgery, which is why it’s ...

Severe appendicitis is sometimes dismissed as mere period pain. But ignoring it can result in serious consequences. Dr Sood ...

Intestinal gas is a byproduct of the digestive process. It may also occur due to swallowing air while eating, diet, and underlying health conditions. If the body cannot release enough gas, it can ...

Causes of abdominal pain can vary. They range from the common upset stomach caused by something you ate, gastroenteritis, or acid reflux to more emergent life-threatening causes such as a gallbladder ...

Tummy aches and pains, whether sharp and severe or dull and cramp-like, can really throw off your day, making it hard to carry on as normal. But, it can be difficult to pinpoint the exact reason for ...

Burning pain in the abdomen may have several causes, including a peptic ulcer or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). As such, it is advisable to consult a doctor for proper assessment and ...

Abdominal pain commonly happens with IBS, but researchers aren’t sure about the exact cause. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a long-term gastrointestinal (GI) disorder that affects the stomach and ...

A 12-year-old male was transferred from an outside facility to our hospital with a suspected diagnosis of ruptured appendicitis. Prior to transport, he received broad-spectrum IV antibiotics and IV ...

Smoking damages the digestive system, which can lead to chronic inflammation and stomach pain. Quitting smoking can provide relief for stomach pain as well as other health benefits. Smoking has ...

This look at a children’s health or safety issue comes from Dayton Children’s Hospital. Email: [email protected]. Your child wakes up in the middle of the night with stomach cramps, ...