There are various reasons associated with a dull abdominal pain. It causes a lot of discomfort and can disturb the daily routine. This article has furnished the probable causes for the occurrence of this pain.
A dull abdominal pain can be mild to severe. There are various reasons which can give rise to this kind of a pain. Some reasons can be minor while the other severe. Pain due to minor reasons is mild and generally subsides without taking any treatment. On the contrary, the reason behind severe and constant abdominal pain can be a major one and will require appropriate treatment. Most of the time, this pain originates from the digestive system and then spreads to the remaining parts.
Symptoms of Abdominal Pain
A faint abdominal pain is severe, dull, and constant. At times, some people can also experience abdominal cramping. The pain will also make the stomach tender to touch and might lead to diarrhea. Sometimes, presence of blood will also be observed in the stools. In some cases, the color of the stools might change to tarry or black. All these disorders might be accompanied with fever and also cause a burning sort of a pain in the abdomen.
Probable Causes
➜ One of the most common reasons is appendicitis. Abdominal pain in women can also be due to miscarriage. If you experience a dull pain on the right side, then it is mainly due to the presence of gallstones or some form of gallbladder infection.
➜ Sometimes, dull pain on the left side is due to kidney stones. This pain starts from the ribs and then gradually moves towards the groin. Diseases like Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis can also result in lower abdominal pain.
➜ Another reason for such kind of a pain is stomach flu. This pain will be mild and vanish in a few days without taking any treatment. The lower abdominal pain can also be experienced as a result of pregnancy.
➜ Reasons like indigestion and food poisoning can also cause a dull pain in the abdomen. Change in the bowel movement and constipation are also some significant reasons. Along with this, other common reasons like irritation in the stomach and gastritis are also responsible for the pain.
➜ If you experience a dull and constant pain and if symptoms, like vaginal discharge, infection in the uterus; fallopian tubes; and ovaries is observed along with it, then it is mainly because of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID).
➜ Other reasons such as infection in the urinary tract (also known as cystitis), stomach ulcers, stomach cancer, pancreatic cancer, liver cancer (hepatoma), and cancer of the immune cells (lymphoma) can also give rise to a dull abdominal pain.
Treatment Options
If the pain is due to some minor reason like indigestion, you can opt for some home remedies. Some of the home remedies include consumption of lime water, fruit juices, and some mild over-the-counter painkillers. But, if it is due to a major reason like gallstones, ulcers, and kidney stones, it is better to consult a doctor for the appropriate treatment before the medical condition intensifies.
If you or any of your family members are suffering from a dull abdominal pain, find the reason behind it and take the appropriate treatment. The key is to not avoid or postpone the checkup. Have a healthy life ahead!
Disclaimer: This HealthHearty article is for informative purposes only and should not be used as a replacement for expert medical advice.