When to Call a Doctor
Abdominal pain can vary from mild to severe. Here are some indicators that you should consult your doctor immediately:
- Your agony is intense and unexpected.
- Neither does your pain lessen nor become worse.
- Your tummy is swollen, stiff, or sensitive to the touch.
- There is blood in your stool or urine.
- You’re experiencing nausea, vomiting, or a persistent fever.
- Your skin and eyes are yellowing, which is an indication of jaundice. [8]
- It’s been days since you last had any food.
- It’s been days since you had a bowel movement.
- You had an injury recently.
- You’ve got a baby.
Conclusion
Diagnosing lower abdomen pain might be challenging, but it’s a typical occurrence. If your symptoms coincide with your menstrual or digestion cycles, you may have a suspicion. If you experience other symptoms in addition to pain, you may be able to diagnose an infection in one of your organs. A healthcare professional may be necessary to detect and treat diseases and ailments that are less frequent and less noticeable.
Reference:
[1] https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stomach-ulcer/
[2] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/celiac-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20352220
[3] https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/inflammatory-bowel-disease/
[4] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/14501-colorectal-colon-cancer
[5] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/10857-endometriosis
[6] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/breast-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20352470
[7] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17831-peritonitis
[8] https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/jaundice/