Dr Apurva Pande is a Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist providing evaluation and treatment for abdominal pain, stomach pain, acidity, bloating, indigestion, constipation, diarrhea and recurrent digestive symptoms.
Abdominal pain is discomfort or pain felt anywhere in the abdomen. It may be mild or severe, occasional or recurrent, and may be related to the stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder, pancreas or other abdominal organs.
Proper evaluation is important when abdominal pain is persistent, recurrent or associated with other warning symptoms.
You should consult a gastroenterologist if abdominal pain is frequent, severe, persistent or associated with warning signs.
Evaluation depends on the site, duration, severity and associated symptoms. A detailed clinical assessment helps identify the likely cause.
Evaluation may include:
Treatment depends on the underlying cause of abdominal pain. Self-medication should be avoided if symptoms are recurrent or severe.
No, abdominal pain may be due to acidity, gas or indigestion. However, persistent, severe or recurrent pain should be evaluated.
Yes, acidity, gastritis and reflux commonly cause upper abdominal pain, burning sensation, nausea and bloating.
Endoscopy may be advised if symptoms suggest gastritis, ulcer disease, reflux complications, vomiting, bleeding, weight loss or persistent upper abdominal pain.
A gastroenterologist is the specialist for abdominal pain, acidity, bloating, constipation, diarrhea and digestive disorders.
For abdominal pain, stomach pain, acidity, bloating, constipation, diarrhea and digestive health evaluation.
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