Question 1

sudden sharp pain above naval for an hour, could it be gas?

Accepted Answer

Acute abdominal pain: You should go to ER . Appendicitis pain usually starts around the navel then move to the right lower quadrant of the abdomen.

Question 2

woke up with sharp severe pain above naval. when i sit up pain lessens a lot. when lay on belly pain comes back. what could it be? took pepto bismal.

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: Sudden abdominal pain could be minor, or serious.  Anything else going on?  Pepto-bismol (if over 16) is worth a try if no other symptoms.  If it helps good. If not and and pain lasts more than an hour or so, get checked fast or call your doc.  If fever, dizziness, possible pregnancy, persistent vomiting, worsening pain, or no relief, get checked now!

Question 3

cant go to er stabbing pain above my naval pain dulls and moves to back and under my belly it lasted 2 minutes the 1st time 10 the next 1hour apart?

Accepted Answer

Alarm signs to check: Fleeting recurrent abdominal discomfort as described is best addressed by first addressing accompanying signs/symptoms that may localize the organ involved: vaginal discharge or bleeding, alteration in periods, pregnancy risk? Fever, nausea, vomiting, altered stool pattern, blood with stool, tenderness, distension? Painful urination, blood in urine?  Recent trauma, herniations? Age? Gender? Risks?

Question 4

bloating stomach, pain 2 inches above naval and it feels itchy inside. could it be hernia or ibs?

Accepted Answer

Unsure...: Information provided is not enough to deduce a conclusion. But first, watch what you eat or drink to see if your symptoms are related with oral consumption. Meanwhile, gear up a healthy lifestyle by avoiding overindulgence and obsession. If conditions persist, see professional. But prepare an open mind to hear what you need to hear, not just what you life to hear. 

Best.

Question 5

i've been having burning pain exactly at and below my naval for a year. i've been tested for h.pylori but don't have it. what part of the gastrointestinal tract is exactly behind the naval? and what is causing this pain?

Accepted Answer

: Every individual’s anatomy is a little different, however the naval usually includes the small intestine and possibly the colon

Question 6

i have just recovered from bronchitis and sinusitis, however ive developed pain in the bottom of my right rib. coughing, touching or if a move a certain way causes extreme pain. (general standing and sitting i am in no pain.)?

Accepted Answer

Rib pain: You most likely were having coughing spells while sick and have now strained your intercostal muscles.
They will get better in the next few days.  You could take aspirin or such for a few days.  If it continues longer or gets worse then you should be seen either by your physician or the emergency department depending on how bad the symptoms are.
Right now give it a few days, but keep taking deep b

Question 7

i'm 8 weeks pregnant and experiencing stabbing pain in the center of my lower pelvic area, the pain comes suddenly like a shooting pain then goes away, but it's been on and off for a day, is it concerning or normal pain?

Accepted Answer

: I don't consider this normal and you should notify your obstetrician of this.

Question 8

my height is 4'10 and i weigh 275 maybe even more. do i qualify for weight loss surgery. my weight has gotten so bad where my lower back hurts everytime i walk. i can't walk down the block for five minutes without pain?

Accepted Answer

Most likely: You probably would but the road to weight loss surgery takes some dedication, often including meeting with a nutritionist, a psychologist, an exercise physiologist and even sometimes medication from your primary care doctor. I encourage you to seek out the bariatric physicians in your area for an often free seminar on the topic.

Question 9

sharp abdominal pain 3weeks after taking plan b. cycle is 25 days, began on 10/4. plan b 10/11. took preg test 10/22, neg. period is late. what's causing the pain? sex was on 10/9. what's giving me these sharp intense pain?

Accepted Answer

: I would recommend taking another pregnancy test now. You may have taken it too early to know if it was truly negative. If a repeat test is still negative, then another cause for pain could be an ovarian cyst. Those are more common after taking Plan B, as are delayed/irregular periods for 2-3 months. In any case, you should see a gynecologist to be evaluated for the pain.

Question 10

my fever is 37.6. i spend the whole night projectile vomiting and cramps on my stomach. i am battling with headache and body chills. the vomiting was only sunday night. since then nothing. just cramps and my body joints pain.

Accepted Answer

Any different food?: One option for those symptoms is gastroenteritis (stomach flu)  The most common way to develop viral gastroenteritis — often called stomach flu —is through contact with an infected person or by ingesting contaminated food or water. If you're otherwise healthy, you'll likely recover without complications.
Please see a doctor if the symptoms continue or if they get worse

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Sudden sharp pain above naval for an hour, could it be gas?

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Woke up with sharp severe pain above naval. when i sit up pain lessens a lot. when lay on belly pain comes back. what could it be? took pepto bismal.

A member asked:

Cant go to er stabbing pain above my naval pain dulls and moves to back and under my belly it lasted 2 minutes the 1st time 10 the next 1hour apart?

A member asked:

Bloating stomach, pain 2 inches above naval and it feels itchy inside. could it be hernia or ibs?

A member asked:

I've been having burning pain exactly at and below my naval for a year. i've been tested for h.pylori but don't have it. what part of the gastrointestinal tract is exactly behind the naval? and what is causing this pain?

A member asked:

I have just recovered from bronchitis and sinusitis, however ive developed pain in the bottom of my right rib. coughing, touching or if a move a certain way causes extreme pain. (general standing and sitting i am in no pain.)?

A member asked:

I'm 8 weeks pregnant and experiencing stabbing pain in the center of my lower pelvic area, the pain comes suddenly like a shooting pain then goes away, but it's been on and off for a day, is it concerning or normal pain?

A member asked:

My height is 4'10 and i weigh 275 maybe even more. do i qualify for weight loss surgery. my weight has gotten so bad where my lower back hurts everytime i walk. i can't walk down the block for five minutes without pain?

A member asked:

Sharp abdominal pain 3weeks after taking plan b. cycle is 25 days, began on 10/4. plan b 10/11. took preg test 10/22, neg. period is late. what's causing the pain? sex was on 10/9. what's giving me these sharp intense pain?

A member asked:

My fever is 37.6. i spend the whole night projectile vomiting and cramps on my stomach. i am battling with headache and body chills. the vomiting was only sunday night. since then nothing. just cramps and my body joints pain.

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