Stomach or abdominal pain is the pain felt between the chest and pelvic regions. Constipation, diarrhea, gastroenteritis (stomach flu), stress, acid reflux, and vomiting are some of the causes of stomach pain. Severe stomach pain is seen in appendicitis, gallbladder stone, and kidney stones.
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Why do I experience unbearable lower stomach pain during periods?
Query: Hi doctor,My lower stomach hurts more than usual, and I have been experiencing this severe pain for an entire week. Today, I got my period, but the pain is unbearable, and I think it is abnormal.Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq, and thank you for choosing us as your provider for health care. I have gone through your history and understand your concerns. But based on your symptoms, it is best to consult with a healthcare provider. The combination of lower stomach pain and menstrual cramps that are m... Read Full »
Why is there a constant body itching with painful bowel movements?
Query: Hello doctor, I have itching all over the body and different part itch at different time. And whenever it itches skin becomes pink like you can see in the photo attached. Also whenever skin itches I have some pain or movement in the stomach, I also have pain during bowel movements. What is the caus... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your history and clinical images are more in favor of acute urticaria. It is an immediate kind of skin allergy, and once it starts, it usually tends to last 4 to 6 weeks if appropriately treated. You could even try to identify any possible exacerbating factor. The us... Read Full »
I have bleeding during bowel movements. Is it serious?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 22-year-old male and for the last week, I have had a stomach upset. At first, that is all it was, but for three days now blood has been coming out when I have stools. And today I am experiencing intense stomach pain that I cannot fall asleep. My body is shaking and I have a feve... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Most likely you are having gastroenteritis with gastritis due to mild indigestion. Gut flora is the complex community of microorganisms that live in the digestive tracts of humans. The intestinal microflora is a complex ecosystem containing over 400 bacterial species... Read Full »
Could the pain in my stomach be because of gallstones?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been dealing with some gnarly pain in my stomach, and someone mentioned it could be related to gallstones. I am not exactly sure what those are or how they connect with lipids and cholesterol. Can you break it down for me? What is the deal with gallstones, and how do lipids an... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. 1) There are two different issues. Stomach problems can directly be related to gastritis or dyspepsia which usually responds to simple antacid syrup like Gaviscon post meals and in persistent symptoms, acid suppression medicine like Panto... Read Full »
My girlfriend took an I-pill, and now she has a stomach pain. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, My girlfriend and I had unprotected sex a few days back. Her period was due, and she took an I-pill. Now, her stomach was hurting, and she was bleeding a little. What should we do? Thanks. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Withdrawal bleeding is only a side effect of I-pill (Levonorgestrel). It happens due to the sudden withdrawal of hormones from your body. So, it does not necessarily happen to everyone. You may have menstrual irregularities in your case, which ... Read Full »
I am experiencing cramps before bowel movements. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,My stomach starts hurting with sharp cramps right before a bowel movement, and then it typically feels better. I have been experiencing this for four to six weeks now. There has been a change in bowel habits and stool size over the last month. Stools are flatter than they used to be and... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. I am reviewing your case history and the attached files (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), including the medical history, blood report, and CT (computed tomography) scan report. Your hemoglobin levels are well preserved, a... Read Full »
My sister has stomach pain, fever, and chills. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,My sister went to a beach yesterday that had a red tide. Now, this morning, she texted me and said she was sick. Is it possibly from the red tide or something else? She mentioned getting a stomach virus from a water park before, so it must be something in the water. She has symptoms of ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have reviewed her case history. There are two possibilities: She might have swallowed water while swimming, which can cause stomach upset due to possible bacteria or contaminated water. Another possibility is eating at the beach, which might involve unhygienic food or ... Read Full »
I have severe stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting. Kindly help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 34-year-old female and I have severe stomach ache. I ate spicy food yesterday, but nothing like this has ever happened to me before. I have a continuous need to use the restroom, and I also have nausea and vomiting. I am unable to eat anything. Should I consult a doctor or can ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am here to provide expert opinion on your medical issues. Experiencing an upset stomach after eating spicy food outside can be due to food poisoning or gastritis. For this, you should give some rest to your stomach. I suggest you take soft, non-spicy, and home-coo... Read Full »
I have stomach pain after laparoscopic appendicitis. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I had a laparoscopic appendicitis surgery six months back. I started going to the gym two days back. There is a slight pain in the lower stomach now. Is it normal for a gym beginner or a problem? Read Full »
Dr. Mahmoud Ahmed Abdelrahman Abouibrahim
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand all your concerns. Your laparoscopic operation must have been healed completely and there are no contraindications to exercising in the gym. The pain is most likely due to muscle spasms due to the exercises you do, especially if related to movements. I recomm... Read Full »
What can I do to manage my stomach pain and frequent stools?
Query: Hello doctor,My mother, 53 years old, has been suffering from severe stomach pain for the past few days. It started with running fever and dysentery 10 days back and both have subsided. Since then she has following complaints of stomach pain, having to pass stools after every food intake, stool 4 to... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Has she taken any medications when she was having a fever and dysentery? Read Full »