Abdominal Pain

General Gastroenterology
Written By Sydney Nagahiro

What Are the Most Common Causes of Abdominal Pain?

Whether you've got a mild stomachache, sharp pain, or cramps, abdominal pain can have many causes. For instance, you might have indigestion, constipation, a stomach virus, or, if you're a woman, menstrual cramps.

Other possible causes include:

  • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

  • Crohn's disease

  • Food poisoning

  • Food allergies

  • Gas

  • Lactose intolerance

  • Peptic ulcers

Pelvic inflammatory disease.Some other causes include:

  • Hernia

  • Gallstones

  • Kidney stones

  • Endometriosis

  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

  • Appendicitis

When Should You Contact Your Doctor?
If your abdominal pain is severe, doesn't go away, or keeps coming back, talk to your doctor. Or, if you wish, call us at 978-459-6737 to request an appointment. At Integrated Gastroenterology Consultants, we have board-certified specialists capable of running diagnostic tests to help diagnose the cause of your pain.

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