10 CAUSES OF STOMACH PAIN

GERD triggers stomach pain in the morning. The pain gets even worse when you lie down. GERD is the condition in which the liquid content of the stomach backs up into the esophagus and causes heartburn in most of the cases. More serious issues of GERD include esophageal ulcers or stomach ulcers. 

 

2.Gastritis 
 

Gastritis is inflammation of the stomach lining. 

Common symptoms include indigestion, heartburn and nausea. People who have autoimmune reactions, drink excessive amounts of alcohol and caffeine, and smoke are at high risk of gastritis. 

 

3.Gastroenteritis 
 

Gastroenteritis occurs when there are inflammation problems in the gastrointestinal tract caused by virus or bacteria. 

Common symptoms: stomach pain and diarrhea.
 

4.Stomach ulcer
 

Ulcer is inflammation of the stomach lining or small intestine. 

Common symptoms: dull pain, burning pain in the morning and at certain times during the day. 
 

5.Appendicitis 
 

This is the most popular cause of stomach ache. The pain usually develops around the navel and then spreads to the lower area. The pain progresses over time. Early surgery is needed to prevent complications. 

Symptoms: nausea and fever. 

 

6.Crohn’s disease 
 

Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory disease of the gastrointestinal tract (the tract from the mouth to the anus). 

Common symptoms: cramps, stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation, weight loss. 

 

 

Chronic indigestion can cause stomach pain in the morning. 

Common symptoms: nausea, abdominal bloating. 

 

8.Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
 

IBS is a popular disorder syndrome which can cause pain to the stomach and change in bowel habits. 

Common symptoms: constipation or regular diarrhea, bloating. 

 

9.Cholecystitis 
 

The gallbladder is located under the liver. Its function is to store bile which absorbs fats in the small intestine. Chronic cholecystitis is inflammation of the gallbladder which causes severe abdominal pain. The pain can even spread to the back area. 

 

10.Celiac disease 
 

The disease is also referred to as gluten intolerance which occurs when small intestinal mucosa is inflamed as exposed to gluten. 

Common symptoms: stomach pain and diarrhea. 

 

 

Stomach pain can be caused by a variety of health problems but it can go away without special treatment. However, sometimes the pain can be severe, persistent or accompanied by fever, vomiting or diarrhea. In such cases, you need to see your doctor immediately for examination and treatment to prevent severe complications such as appendicitis, rectal bleeding.