Question 1

what is causing my stomach ache?

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Lots upsets tummy: An ache in the abdomen may originate from the stomach, duodenum, colon, small bowel, liver, pancreas, bile ducts and gallbladder, spleen, kidneys, female organs, the abdominal muscles themselves, hernias, blood vessels that feed the organs.  Sometimes the cause is inflammatory, ischemic, infectious, obstructive, or just muscle spasms.  Talking with your doctor can identify what's the problem area.

Question 2

what is a headache, stomach ache, and stuffy nose symptoms of?

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Many possiblities: Symptoms as nonspecific as these could be from a viral illness that has to run its course, a bacterial illness that would respond to antibiotics, an allergy that would respond to allergy medicines or to removing what irritates you, to any combination of the above, or to something else entirely.  The way to find out is to go to your doctor for an evaluation.

Question 3

i want to know what is the difference between stomach aches from holding in gas and period cramps?

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Both hurt: But the cramps from menstruation are from your uterus.  And the ones from gas are in your entire abdomen and pelvis and change with the passage of gas.  The cramps from your mestruation don't change with passing of gas.  They change with the passage of time and are related to your menses.

Question 4

is 7up good for stomach aches?

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Possibly: Many patients report sips of 7-up as soothing.

Question 5

how do you relief stomach aches?

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Depends . . .: Need to find cause before we can discuss solution. There are many causes of "stomach aches". Heart burn is treated differently from gallbladder stones, pancreatitis, appendicitis, constipation, hernia, etc. Go see your doctor who can evaluate you & determine diagnosis from which s/he can offer you appropriate treatment & relief.

Question 6

what causes severe upper stomach aches?

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Stomach pain: Among some of the problems are gastritis, ulcer, acid reflux, gall bladder problems, pancreatitis, etc and of course heart disease.

Question 7

does gingerale really help stomach aches?

Accepted Answer

Yes, slightly : Flattened ginger ale  can help. Probably the simplest way to reduce nausea or mild stomach ache is with ginger. You can drink slightly flattened ginger ale or nibble on crystallized ginger. Or pour boiling water over freshly sliced organic ginger ; steep x 5 min in a covered pot. Sip.

Question 8

can avacodos cause stomach aches or pain?

Accepted Answer

Yes but it's rare: Avocados are a great source of nutrition. However, if you're one of those rare folks who are allergic to avocados, then you can experience stomachaches & pain as well as swelling of lips & mucous membranes, even breathing difficulties. Your family physician can refer you to a local allergist/immunologist for testing. If you have an anaphylactic reaction, be sure to keep 2 epipens (epinephrine) on your person.

Question 9

what could be causing my bad stomach aches?

Accepted Answer

Not sure.: This can't be diagnosed with the information that is available. A history, physical examination &amp; other studies may be needed to determine cause/causes.

Question 10

do children or adults have more stomach aches?

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Statistics: Would answer that....If there are more adults  than children in the world then it would be reasonable to assume that more adults have stomach aches than children. Children just complain more often and are more true to themselves when they feel badly whereas adults muddle through for job, family, responsibilities, etc.

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