You are 34 and your keep getting stomach pains?

1. What does it mean when you keep getting pains in your stomach?
2. When should I be concerned about stomach pain?
3. How do you know if something is wrong with your stomach?
4. Should I go to hospital for stomach pain?
5. What position should you sleep in when your stomach hurts?
6. What is the best medicine for stomach pain?
7. Does anxiety cause stomach pain?
8. How long should abdominal pain last?
9. How can I clean out my stomach?
10. What are serious stomach problems?

What does it mean when you keep getting pains in your stomach?

Abdominal pain can be caused by many conditions. However, the main causes are infection, abnormal growths, inflammation, obstruction (blockage), and intestinal disorders. Infections in the throat, intestines, and blood can cause bacteria to enter your digestive tract, resulting in abdominal pain.

When should I be concerned about stomach pain?

If your abdominal pain is serious, doesn't go away, or keeps coming back, talk to your doctor. Call 911 right away if your belly hurts because you had a recent injury there or if you have any chest pain. You should also contact your doctor as soon as you can if you have symptoms along with the pain, such as: Fever.

How do you know if something is wrong with your stomach?

Abdominal pain or cramping. Abdominal swelling, distension or bloating. Belching. Bloody stool (blood may be red, black, or tarry in texture)

Should I go to hospital for stomach pain?

If your stomach pain is severe, chronic, or accompanied by additional symptoms, visit your nearest ER as soon as possible to receive a diagnosis and treatment. Some signs and symptoms that may mean your stomach pain is serious enough to go to the ER include: New onset of pain. Chronic abdominal pain.

What position should you sleep in when your stomach hurts?

Start out on your left side at night to prevent heartburn and allow gravity to move waste through your colon. Alternate sides if your shoulder bothers you.

What is the best medicine for stomach pain?

Over-the-Counter Medications

For cramping from diarrhea, medicines that have loperamide (Imodium) or bismuth subsalicylate (Kaopectate or Pepto-Bismol) might make you feel better. For other types of pain, acetaminophen (Aspirin Free Anacin, Liquiprin, Panadol, Tylenol) might be helpful.

Does anxiety cause stomach pain?

Anxiety also releases a stress hormone (cortisol), which causes the body to produce extra levels of stomach acid. That acidity causes the lining of the esophagus to become irritated, and this can lead to stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting, and in severe cases, stress-induced ulcers.

How long should abdominal pain last?

Harmless abdominal pain usually subsides or goes away within two hours. Gas: Formed in the stomach and intestines as your body breaks down food, this can cause general stomach pain and cramps. This often can be indicated by belching or flatulence.

How can I clean out my stomach?

Saltwater flush

Before eating in the morning, mix 2 teaspoons salt with lukewarm water. Sea salt or Himalayan salt is recommended. Drink water quickly on an empty stomach, and in a few minutes, you'll probably feel an urge to go to the bathroom.

What are serious stomach problems?

Intestinal problems, such as polyps and cancer, infections, celiac disease, Crohn disease, ulcerative colitis, diverticulitis, malabsorption, short bowel syndrome, and intestinal ischemia. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), peptic ulcer disease, and hiatal hernia.