Abdominal Pain

Abdominal Pain

Often overlooked, abdominal pain can be a signal for a variety of different issues. When the pain becomes severe, you may want to consider getting emergency medical attention. Physicians at Riverside ER in New Braunfels, TX, are ready to diagnose the problem. Our goal is to get our patients on the road to treatment quickly and conveniently. Many different ailments can cause abdominal pain. Here are some of the common causes of abdominal pain in 78130.

Digestive Disease

There are many different types of digestive diseases. Digestive diseases are also very common, so don’t be afraid to reach out to medical professionals if you are concerned. A common symptom of digestive diseases is having abdominal cramping. Abdominal cramping or discomfort can be a symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease, gallstones, celiac disease, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, irritable bowel syndrome, hemorrhoids, diverticulitis, and anal fissures. Some of these diseases are more serious than others, but it is important that you don’t downplay any of these symptoms. Your health is important to us at Riverside ER, and we are happy to assist you with any concerns.

Food Poisoning

One of the first symptoms that become noticeable with food poisoning is abdominal cramps and pain. This is caused by your stomach lining becoming inflamed, and swollen. This is what gives you that upset stomach feeling. The three most common culprits of causing food poisoning are Salmonella, E. Coli, and Listeria. If you suspect you may have food poisoning, you must receive medical attention immediately.

Infections

Infections such as UTI’s (urinary tract infections) and STI’s (sexually transmitted infections) can cause your urinary tract to become inflamed. This could cause pain in your lower abdomen. Other signs that you may have a UTI or STI include frequent urination, cloudy or strong-smelling urine, rashes, lesions, or discharge from the genital area.

Kidney Stones

One common symptom of kidney stones is a sharp pain in the back or lower abdomen. Nausea and vomiting, painful urination, and bloody urine are also symptoms. If you suspect you may have kidney stones, please contact us at Riverside ER today. While some kidney stones can be flushed out with a high liquid intake, many require medical assistance to remove them.