Understanding Lower abdominal pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Management

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Lower abdominal pain

by Alike Medical Team ∙ Updated on June 13, 2023

General

Depending on the cause, lower abdominal pain can feel significantly different. In most cases, it's something innocuous like trapped gas or indigestion. There are times, however, when lower abdominal pain can be a symptom of something more serious. If you have any other symptoms, pay attention to them, as they may provide clues as to what's wrong.

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Signs & symptoms

Depending on the underlying cause, lower abdominal pain can feel different. There are some types of pain that spread throughout the lower abdomen. There may be others who feel specific and pointed. Pain symptoms may vary depending on the cause. In and of itself, lower abdominal pain is a symptom. It’s not a condition. symptoms: Fever with abdominal pain Severe pain that doesn't go away Vomiting blood Signs of shock or low blood pressure that may signal internal bleeding Bloody or dark tarry stools

Diagnosis

Seeing a healthcare provider if your abdominal pain isn't related to indigestion and isn't going away or getting worse is a good idea. You will likely undergo a physical exam and be asked about your symptoms in detail. Your doctor may also request tests to rule out possible causes of your abdominal pain. Checking for infection or blood loss with blood tests such as a complete blood count. Tests for pregnancy Examining your abdominal organs with imaging tests such as computed tomography (CT) scans. Unexplained abdominal pain should be evaluated with an ultrasound if you are pregnant.

Treatment

Lower abdominal pain is treated based on its cause. Calcium carbonate is an over-the-counter (OTC) medication Eliminating foods that cause indigestion or gas from your diet Surgery may be required for some causes of lower abdominal pain.

Note

☝ We provide information on prescription and over-the-counter medicines, diagnosis, procedures and lab tests. This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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