Conditions

Less serious causes of abdominal pain may include:

• Constipation 
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Food allergies or intolerance (such as lactose intolerance)
• Food poisoning
• Stomach flu

• Heartburn, a burning sensation in your chest, following a meal and typically worsens at night or when lying down.
• Feeling like food or a sour liquid (acid) is backwashing up your esophagus
• Pain in the chest or upper abdomen
• Difficulty swallowing
• Feeling a lump in your throat

• Pain that worsens immediately after eating or drinking, especially high-fat foods
• Pain that often spreads to the back or below the left shoulder blade, worsening when lying flat on back
• Flu-like symptoms, such as fever, nausea, vomiting or sweating
• Digestive issues

• Family history.
• Being male.
• Being white.
• Being over 50 years old.
• Chronic heartburn and acid reflux.
• Being a smoker (past or present).
• Being overweight.

• Jaundice (Yellowing of the skin and eyes)
• Intensely itchy skin
• White-colored stools
• Fatigue
• Right-sided abdominal pain
• Unintentional weight loss

• Stomach pain or discomfort
• Noisy or rumbling stomach
• Increased gas
• Burping
• Cramps
• Diarrhea

In many cases, bloody stool is caused by benign conditions like hemorrhoids, but it can also indicate more serious issues within the digestive tract. A proper medical examination is necessary to determine the exact source of the bleeding.

• Can feel sharp, dull, aching, pressure, or tightness
• Often behind the breastbone
• May spread to the neck, back, or arms
• Can start after stress or a large meal
• Lasts seconds to hours

• Abdominal pain (greatest in the upper abdomen) that may last from hours to days
• Pain that gets worse from eating or drinking (especially alcohol)
• Chronic, unintentional weight loss
• Diarrhea or irregular stools, nausea and vomiting

• Lack of regular physical activity
• A diet lacking in fruit and vegetables
• A low-fiber and high-fat diet, or a diet high in processed meats
• Overweight and obesity
• Alcohol consumption
• Tobacco usage

• Abdominal or belly pain
• Frequent bloating or discomfort
• Blood on or in the stool
• Constipation or diarrhea that does not go away
• Feeling the bowel does not fully empty
• Unexplained fatigue or weakness
• Unintentional weight loss

• Abdominal pain
• Blood in your stool
• Bowel habit changes lasting longer than one week
• Unexplained weight loss

• Less than 3 bowel movements per week
• Hard stools or difficulty/pain passing stools
• Inability to have a bowel movement after more than 10 minutes of straining

• Abdominal cramps and pain
• Fever, fatigue
• Pain when passing stool or persistent diarrhea
• Appetite loss or unintentional weight loss

• Tumors in the stomach, colon, pancreas, and other organs
• Inflammatory conditions, such as peptic ulcer disease and gastritis 
• Small or large intestine narrowing or obstruction 
• Small intestine inflammation

• Sudden, repeated bouts of severe nausea and vomiting
• Often start in the early morning
• Episodes repeat similarly each time
• Symptom-free periods in between

Dark urine can also be caused by certain foods like beets or rhubarb, medications, or medical conditions such as liver disease, hepatitis, rhabdomyolysis, or bladder infections. If urine remains dark even after drinking enough water, it may signal excess or abnormal waste in the body and should be medically evaluated.

• Feeling thirsty and lightheaded
• Dry mouth
• Tiredness
• Dark-colored, strong-smelling urine

• Heartburn or acid reflux
• Nausea
• Vomiting (daily, in severe cases)
• Trouble managing blood sugar
• Feeling full quickly when eating
• Abdominal bloating
• Poor appetite and unintentional weight loss

• Gastroparesis
• GERD
• Pancreatitis
• Fatty liver disease
• Dysphagia
• Trouble swallowing
• Intestinal enteropathy

• Urgent need to use the bathroom, loss of bowel control
• Abdominal cramps and pain
• Nausea
• Infection-related fever/chills or bloody stools

• Low-fiber diet that’s high in red meat
• Lack of physical activity
• Certain medications, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and steroids
• Obesity
• Smoking

• Abdominal pain (typically in left lower abdomen)
• Chills or fever
• Nausea or vomiting
• Weight loss

• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain or cramps
• Bloating or a feeling of fullness
• Swollen/distended abdomen
• Dizziness
• Fast heartbeat

• Hunger pain that appears when the stomach is empty, often 1 to 3 hours after eating
• Night pain that may wake you from sleep
• Temporary relief after eating or taking antacids
• Bloating or fullness after small meals
• Nausea and occasional vomiting

• Malnutrition
• Weight loss
• Dehydration
• Aspiration pneumonia
• Choking

• Feeling full early on in a meal after a few bites
• An uncomfortable fullness following a meal
• Mild to severe pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen
• A burning sensation or uncomfortable heat in the upper abdomen. 
• Bloating in the upper abdomen.
• Nausea, feeling like you need to vomit.

• Gastroparesis
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Stomach ulcers
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease
• Premenstrual syndrome
• Gastritis, or inflammation of the stomach lining

• Difficulty swallowing (often the first and most common symptom)
• Pain, pressure, or burning in the chest
• Pain in the throat, behind the breastbone, or between the shoulder blades
• Chronic cough or hoarseness
• Vomiting or coughing up blood

• Ongoing pain or trouble swallowing
• Heartburn or chest burning that does not improve with over the counter antacids
• Choking sensations or a feeling that food is stuck in your throat
• Unexplained weight loss with a poor appetite

• Loss of appetite
• Blurry vision
• Chronic tiredness, sleepiness, or lack of energy
• Dizziness
• Hallucinations
• Headache
• Impaired decision-making and judgment

• Being overweight
• Lack of physical activity
• Smoking
• Drinking caffeinated or alcoholic beverages

• Systemic Symptoms: You may feel feverish (mild or high with bacterial infections), tired, achy, chilled, or have a headache.
• Gastrointestinal Symptoms: Common signs include watery diarrhea, nausea, vomiting (sometimes forceful), and stomach pain or cramps.
• Dehydration Symptoms: Watch for severe thirst, dry mouth, dark urine, less frequent urination, or feeling dizzy when standing up.

• Diarrhea or bloody stools
• Vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Fever
• Headache

• Burning pain that is more likely/worse at night or when lying down
• Heartburn or burning pain in the chest that is relieved by antacids
• The sensation that food is trapped behind the breastbone
• Nausea after eating

• Abdominal bloating
• Abdominal pain and discomfort
• Burping/Belching
• Flatulence

• Abdominal bloating or pain
• Feeling of fullness after eating little food
• Acid reflux
• Nausea

• Sudden onset of intensifying pain in the upper, right side or center of your abdomen.
• Pain in your back, between your shoulder blades
• Right shoulder pain
• Nausea or vomiting
• Fever

• Excessive alcohol consumption
• Smoking
• Extreme stress. This can be from serious or life-threatening health problems.
• Long-term use of aspirin and over-the-counter pain relievers, also known as NSAIDs

• Asthma
• Birth defects (Spina bifida or cleft lip, for example) 
• Cancer (including breast, ovarian, prostate, bowel/colon, or melanoma skin cancer) 
• Diabetes

• Upset stomach
• Bloating
• Indigestion
• Frequent burping

• Anal itching
• Anal ache/pain when sitting or during bowel movements
• Bright red blood on toilet paper, stool or in toilet
• One or more hard, tender lumps near anus

• A burning pain in the chest that occurs after eating and at night.
• Pain that worsens when lying down or bending over.
• A bitter or acidic taste in the mouth.

• Age-related diaphragm changes
• Injury to the area (trauma, surgery complications, etc.)  
• Being born with an unusually large hiatus
• Persistent and severe pressure on surrounding muscles (while coughing, vomiting, straining when passing a bowel movement, exercising, etc.)

• Abdominal pain or distention
• Dark urine or pale/clay-colored stools
• Flu-like symptoms, such as fatigue, low-grade fever, nausea/vomiting
• General itching
• Jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes)
• Appetite or weight loss

• Overeating or eating too quickly
• Fatty, greasy, or spicy foods
• Too much caffeine, alcohol, chocolate, or carbonated drinks
• Smoking
• Anxiety

• Diarrhea
• Stomach ache / cramping
• Appetite loss
• Extreme exhaustion / fatigue
• Lower abdominal pain 
• Unintentional weight loss

• Increased pressure within the abdomen
• A pre-existing weak area in the abdominal wall
• Excessive straining when urinating or passing a bowel movement
• Strenuous exercise/physical activity
• Pregnancy
• Chronic coughing or sneezing

• Abdominal pain, fullness, gas and bloating present for at least 6 months
• Intermittent pain that occurs after meals and is relieved by bowel movements
• Constipation and/or diarrhea
• Loss of appetite

• Infections, most commonly viral
• Certain drugs
• Liver, bile duct, or pancreatic cancer
• Alcohol-related liver disease
• Cirrhosis of the liver
• Blood disorders

• Abnormal kidney structure
• Being Black, Native American, or Asian American
• Diabetes
• Family history of kidney disease
• Frequent use of medications that can damage the kidneys
• Heart disease

• Diarrhea
• Nausea, sometimes with vomiting.
• Stomach cramps.
• Bloating
• Gas

• Jaundice (Yellowed skin and whites of the eyes)
• Edema (swelling of the feet, ankles, legs, face, hands)
• Ascites (swelling of the abdomen)
• Pruritus (itchy skin)
• Dark urine

• You lose weight unintentionally (5% to 10% or more over 3 to 6 months).
• You lack interest in eating and drinking.
• You feel weak, faint, or apathetic.

Nausea is commonly related to medical conditions, including:

• Food poisoning
• Flu
• Acid reflux
• Migraine
• Vertigo

• Asthma
• Back Pain
• Cancers
• Cognitive Decline
• Depression
• Diabetes (Type 2)

• Bladder conditions
• Nerve issues 
• Diabetes
• Blockages 
• Menopause 

• Stomach or back pain, or pain spreading from the upper stomach to the back
• Jaundice (yellowing skin or eyes) 
• Dark urine
• Light-colored stool
• Loss of appetite

• Burning or gnawing pain in the upper-middle abdomen
• Indigestion
• Bloating
• Feeling full, even after a small meal
• Burping or belching

• Increased hunger
• Decreased appetite
• Cravings
• Aversions
• Nausea and vomiting

• Sharp or burning pain: Strong pain during or right after a bowel movement.
• Continuous throbbing: A dull ache that lasts throughout the day.
• Rectal bleeding: Bright red blood on toilet paper, in the toilet bowl, or on stool.
• Swelling or lumps: A painful bump or swelling near the anal opening.

• Heartburn or burning pain in chest that is relieved by antacids
• Sensation that food is trapped behind the breastbone
• Nausea after eating
• Pain that is more likely/worse at night or when lying down

• Changes in your skin, such as thickened or waxy patches or streaks.
• Pain and stiffness in your joints, especially in the morning.
• Fatigue and exhaustion.
• Unexplained weight loss.

• Persistent watery diarrhea that does not improve
• Rapid or unexplained weight loss
• Severe abdominal pain or cramping
• Fever or signs of an infection near surgical sites or central lines

• SIBO is more common in elderly adults
• Studies show rates between 14.5 percent and 33 percent
• This may be due to slower digestion and lower stomach acid with age

• Cancers
• Crohn’s Disease
• Gallstones
• Heartburn/GERD
• Peptic Ulcer
• Polyps

• Abdominal pain and cramping
• Body aches
• Chills
• Diarrhea
• Fever
• Fatigue

• Trouble swallowing
• Abdominal pain
• Feeling bloated after eating
• Feeling full after eating small amounts of food
• Lack of appetite
• Heartburn
• Indigestion
• Nausea

• Upper abdominal pain below the ribcage
• Indigestion or burning stomach pain
• Nausea or vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Feeling full quickly or for an extended time after eating
• Unintentional weight loss
• Acid reflux or heartburn

• Chronic Diarrhea or Constipation: Shifts in your regular bowel routine.
• Unexplained Bloating & Gas: Frequent discomfort after meals.
• Abdominal Cramping: Persistent pain that disrupts your daily routine.
• Suspected Food Sensitivities: Identifying links to issues like IBS.

• Abdominal pain and cramping, abdominal sounds (gurgling/splashing)
• Irregular stools (blood and pus in stools or diarrhea)
• Rectal pain (tenesmus)
• Weight loss