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Stomach Pain

Stomach pain can range from mild and brief to severe. The location, type and pattern of pain help point to possible causes.

This page is educational and is not a diagnostic tool. It cannot tell you what is causing your symptoms. Always discuss personal symptoms with a qualified healthcare professional.

What It May Mean

  • Indigestion or trapped wind
  • Food intolerance
  • Acid reflux
  • A stomach infection

Common Causes

  • Eating too quickly or certain foods
  • Stress
  • Acid reflux
  • Food intolerances
  • Infections

Related Symptoms

Nausea

When It May Need Medical Attention

  • Severe or worsening pain
  • Pain with high fever
  • Blood in vomit or stool
  • Pain after injury

What You Can Track

Symptom Diary

  • Where the pain is and how it feels
  • When it happens and for how long
  • Foods and activities beforehand
  • What eases it

Questions to Discuss With a Healthcare Professional

  • What might be causing my stomach pain?
  • Should I avoid any foods?
  • Do I need tests?
  • When is it urgent?

Related Conditions

Acid Reflux

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