Why does my stomach hurt?
Understand the common reasons why your stomach might hurt.
🤔 Why Your Stomach Might Hurt
🥗 Digestive-related causes
- Gas or bloating → from eating too fast, carbonated drinks, or high-fiber foods.
- Indigestion (dyspepsia) → burning or discomfort after eating spicy, oily, or large meals.
- Constipation → cramping if your bowels are not moving regularly.
- Food intolerance/allergy → lactose, gluten, or other sensitivities.
🦠 Infections & conditions
- Stomach flu (viral gastroenteritis) → nausea, diarrhea, cramping.
- Food poisoning → sudden pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.
- Ulcers or acid reflux → burning pain, worse on empty stomach or at night.
- Gallstones / kidney stones → sharp, severe pain in upper or side abdomen.
- Appendicitis → pain starting near belly button, moving to lower right side, gets worse over hours.
🧠 Other factors
- Stress & anxiety → can cause stomach cramps or “nervous stomach.”
- Menstrual cramps (if applicable).
- Medications → some painkillers or antibiotics can irritate the stomach.
🚨 When to See a Doctor Immediately
Seek urgent care if you have:
- Severe, sudden, or worsening pain.
- Pain with fever, vomiting blood, or blood in stool.
- Pain with chest pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath.
- Persistent pain lasting days without improvement.
✅ For mild stomach aches: rest, drink water, eat light (rice, banana, toast), and avoid caffeine or spicy foods.
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