Abdominal pain

Hi MelB,

I would start with simple and work up...

1. It could be a flu or similar type of bug that is going around giving you low-grade fever, aches and pains and nausea (that pretty much covers the flu one you add the fatigue)...in which case it could be over in a matter of days. The remedy? Stay hydrated, take something for fever and pain like Tylenol and use a heating pad to stay warm and cozy on your sofa until it passes. 

2. Gallbladder? Although usually on the right side some people feel the pain in strange places but it usually migrates to the back, around the middle or up to the scapula. It can cause, cramping, bloating especially post meals, nausea, dark stools (not always), fever, burping (like a drunken sailor! at least for me), headaches, muscle pain often in the arms and shoulders...the list goes on...and pouchers seem to be more prone to it. You might need an ultrasound to have your gallbladder investigated. 

3. Some sort of indigestion, dyspepsia or heartburn...doesn't cover all of the symptoms but quite a few...you might wish to try peoptobismol or something for heart burn that is OTC.

4. Diet...food sensitivities and allergies can have a similar effect on you. Gluten or lactose can cause a lot of the same symptoms. You could try a No Gluten or Lactose week and see if that helps you.

Sharon

Thanks! The gallbladder symptoms I found look about right to me but also to pancreatitis. Just wondering how to curb the pain until Tuesday. But advil seems to be taking an edge off a little bit. 

I hate the constant guessing that comes with these diseases! Ha

Just be careful using an NSAID for gut pain. It could be causing damage and making things worse in the long run. I am not saying you can’t use it, but don’t be increasing the dose if your pain worsens. Plus, if you deveop any bleeding, you need to stop it immediately.

Jan

I will be. Seems to be the only thing helping right now but super careful about dosage! Thanks!