Health Tip: Prevent Stomach Pain
Stomach pain can be caused by factors including diet and lifestyle, illness and infections.
According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, the following actions can help prevent many stomach aches:
* Eat smaller, more frequent meals instead of only a few large ones.
* Choose healthy, well-balanced meals that are high in fiber and rich in fruits and vegetables.
* Avoid foods that cause gas.
* Drink lots of water each day.
* Get plenty of regular exercise.
Health Tip: When a Stomachache Requires Medical Attention
While stomachache or abdominal pain are quite common and often harmless, these conditions sometimes can signal a more serious problem.
The U.S. National Library of Medicine says the following symptoms require a trip to the emergency room:
* Very sharp, severe and sudden pain.
* Fever along with your stomach or abdominal pain.
* Vomiting blood, or having bloody diarrhea.
* Soreness or tenderness in the abdomen.
* An abdomen that is hard and rigid.
* Inability to have a bowel movement, particularly if you are also vomiting.
* Pain in the chest, neck or shoulder.
* Dizziness or lightheadedness.
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