Lower Abdominal Pain: Guide to Diagnosis and Treatment

Lower abdominal pain can affect both men and women. In women, it can take the form of pelvic pain, which can cause problems in the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix and vagina. At the same time, pain in the lower abdominal region can also occur due to prostate problems in men. Although there is normal pain in the lower abdomen, if the pain is severe and difficult to bear, then the person should see a doctor as soon as possible for examination.

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There can be many symptoms of lower abdominal pain, which can be treated accordingly. Discomfort in the lower abdomen is a sign in itself. Come, let us know what are the symptoms of lower abdominal pain-

• Stomach Cramps And Bloating 
• Blood In Stool  
• Diarrhea
• Gas
• Indigestion
• Nausea
• Urgent Need To Pass Stool
• Severe Pain During Menstruation 
• Experiencing Unbearable Pain During Sexual Intercourse

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Chronic pain in the lower abdomen is possible. The pain may be due to a mild condition like stomach upset or it may be due to some serious condition like appendicitis. Acute pain comes suddenly and may go away on its own. Chronic pain is usually defined as pain lasting more than six months. Come, let us know in detail about the causes of lower abdominal pain-

If the stomach pain is not due to indigestion and is continuously increasing, then one should consult a doctor and think about its diagnosis. To diagnose lower abdominal pain, the doctor will recommend getting some tests done, such as-

• CT Scan 
• Urine Test 
• Ultrasound 
• Blood Test 
• Endoscopy 
• MRI Scan

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Treatment depends on the cause of stomach pain. For mild stomach pain, which is due to gas or indigestion, then in such a situation you can take the help of the remedies mentioned below-

• Over-the-counter medications, including calcium carbonate.
• Take Probiotics. 
• Remove foods that cause indigestion or gas from your diet.
• Take help of acupuncture or massage.

A person with kidney infection should take antibiotics. If stomach ache is due to bacterial infection, take the medicine prescribed by the doctor. Surgery may be necessary for some people with severe stomach pain. Appendicitis requires removal of the appendix. There is no cure for some digestive disorders, such as colitis, irritable bowel syndrome. Treatment includes a combination of lifestyle changes and prescription medications to manage symptoms.

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• Eat fiber rich food.
• Exercise regularly.
• Drink an adequate amount of water.
• To reduce pain, take the help of a hot water bottle.
• Pain can also be reduced with the help of meditation.
• Avoid consuming alcohol, it can make the pain worse.
• Do not consume spicy and slow digesting food, it can cause problems in bowel movements.

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Pain in the lower abdomen means pain below the navel. Pain in the lower part of the navel is often a sign of stomach upset, but it is not always necessary that pain in the lower part of the stomach is due to stomach upset. There can be many other serious reasons for this, such as constipation, colitis, cystitis and indigestion. However, it can be avoided by paying timely attention to it and understanding its causes and symptoms.