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Suffering From Stomach Pain? Find Out When It's Time To See a Gastroenterologist

When bothersome belly pain suddenly hits you, you might face a challenging decision. Do you just wait it out at home, see your gastroenterologist, or head to the ER? Here at the Gastroenterology Associates of Southern California in Encino, CA, Dr. Mordo Suchov and Dr. Alan Joseph Naim, takes each case of stomach pain very seriously.

The reason for this is that stomach pain causes could range from painful, yet mild gas to more severe and potentially life-threatening causes like a burst appendix. Trouble is, it is quite difficult to determine the exact cause of stomach pain without proper testing. That being said, here are some tips to help you out.

What’s Your Stomach Pain Like?

  • Constipation: For lots of individuals, constipation could be extremely painful. Drink more fluids, take a warm bath, and try exercising. A stool softener or laxative might work to get your belly pipes cleaned out.
  • Gas: This usually presents as severe, crampy, and sharp pain. Bloating gas might be the culprit if you’re recently experienced an upset stomach or changed your diet.
  • Pregnancy: Some pains associated with pregnancy include stretching ligaments that could be felt in the stomach or deep in the hips. However, unusual pains warrant a call to your doctor.
  • Period Pain: Some women expect stomach cramps during their period, while some may experience it out-of-the-blue. A relaxing bath, light exercise, and an OTC pain reliever might help.
  • Digestive Conditions: If you’ve been diagnosed with a digestive condition, like irritable bowel syndrome, for example, try remedies that you use for relieving your symptoms. If these don’t work to relieve your stomach pain, see your gastroenterologist in Encino, CA, as soon as possible.

When to Seek Medical Attention

If the above-mentioned stomach pains don’t quite fit your symptoms and if your home remedies fail to improve them, contact your gastroenterologist for advice or seek emergency care just to be safe. Especially if the pain is different from normal, new, intense, or comes with constant vomiting or diarrhea, excessive sweating, dehydration, shortness of breath, bloody vomit or stool, and/or fainting.

Ultimately, it is up to you to decide when you should seek medical attention, but as a general rule, consider getting professional help if usual remedies don’t work or your pain is unremitting.

Contact Us For More Any Concerns, Questions, or Advice on Stomach Pain

Call your gastroenterologist in Encino, CA at Gastroenterology Associates of Southern California by calling (818) 905-1567.

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