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What would cause stomach cramps for 3 days now that is relieved temporarily after eating and lying down? no throwing up or diarehea.

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Dr. Peter Kurzweil answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Gastritis? Ulcer?: Stomach pain or cramps would be located in area of upper mid abdomen. Pain relieved by food makes may be one of the two above. Some causes are one of a combo of stress, highly spicy foods, excess coffee, anti-inflammatory drug...Food neutralizes stomach acid, as do anti-acid drugs. Lying down perhaps helps relax. If reducing exacerbating factors doesn't resolve the cramps, gp or GI evaluation.

Answered 12/27/2022

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Gastritis, ulcer or: Could be due to ulcer, gastritis; need more info.

Answered 2/24/2018

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