Tag: abdominal pain

illustration of a hernia
October 19, 2023/Digestive

Can Heavy Lifting and Exercise Cause a Hernia?

We can’t predict who’ll develop a hernia, but the benefits of being active far outweigh the risk

Hernia presenting from the intestines breaching the muscular wall of the stomach showed via a diagram on a person's body.
August 15, 2023/Digestive

Can a Hernia Heal Itself Without Surgery?

Hernias don’t go away on their own, but they don’t always require surgery either

Person eating banana after exercising while sitting cross-legged on floor mat with towel around neck.

Why Do I Get Hunger Pangs?

Hunger is the obvious cause, but food quality, and lack of protein and water are also key

doctor conducting an ultrasound on a knee joint
May 3, 2023/Primary Care

Two Sides of the Same Imaging Test: Ultrasound vs. Sonogram

One medical test, two different parts

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Illustration of boy with appendicitis
March 21, 2023/Digestive

Appendix Pain Is Always an Emergency

Pain on your right side between your rib cage and hip bone warrants immediate treatment

Person eating spicy food and getting indigestion.
March 12, 2023/Nutrition

The Health Risks of Eating Extremely Spicy Foods

While they don’t cause ulcers, super spicy foods can land you in the emergency room

Woman in pajamas sitting on side of bed suffering from abdominal pain.
February 9, 2023/Digestive

Abdominal Adhesions: 5 Things To Know

They’re a normal, common side effect of abdominal surgery

Woman discusses options of care with her doctor at her appointment.
January 3, 2023/Women's Health

Endo Belly: What It Is and How To Get Rid of It

A painful, swollen abdomen from endometriosis may be managed with dietary changes

Child excited about eating popcorn
April 15, 2020/Digestive

Is It Bad If My Child Swallows Popcorn Kernels?

A digestive disease expert explains

woman sitting on couch with severe stomach pain
December 5, 2019/Digestive

What’s Causing Your Lower Abdominal Pain?

Understand all the causes + when to see your doctor

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