Abdominal pain: when an examination is needed
Abdominal pain has many causes, from digestion to inflammatory disease. Location, severity, and associated symptoms help determine urgency.
Common possible causes
- Gas, constipation, or indigestion
- Gastrointestinal infection
- Urinary or gynaecological problems
- Appendix, gallbladder, or another acute condition
What you can do now
- Sip fluids and eat light food
- Track the exact location and progression
- Avoid heat over severe unexplained pain
- Do not delay assessment if worsening
When not to wait
- Severe or rapidly worsening pain
- Rigid abdomen, fainting, or cold sweat
- Blood in vomit or stool
- Pain in pregnancy or with repeated vomiting
When to contact a clinician
Contact a clinician if symptoms worsen, last longer than expected, or you have a high-risk condition or uncertainty. Seek immediate help for warning signs.
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