Best Natural Solutions for Abdominal Pain

Abdominal pain is common, usually trivial, but occasionally due to a serious underlying problem. The abdominal cavity lies between the diaphragm (a dome of muscle attached to the breastbone, ribs and spine) and the pelvis. Within it lie the gut (stomach, small intestine and large intestine), together with its appendages (liver, gall bladder and pancreas) and the genitourinary systems (uterus, tubes,ovaries and bladder).
Roughly speaking, pain in the upper third of the abdomen is due to problems in the stomach, liver or gall bladder. Pain in the center third is due to disease of the small intestine, appendix or kidneys. Pain in the lower third of the abdomen is due to problems in the lower half of the large bowel or rectum, gynecological or bladder pain also affects the lower third of the abdomen.

Making a Diagnosis

When a doctor is trying to differentiate the causes of pain, he relies on three approaches. First, he asks the patient about any symptoms-nausea, loss of appetite, constipation and so on. The second stage is to look for signs, which are found on examination. A doctor can easily identify a tender liver or swollen bladder, for example. To complete the diagnosis, it may be necessary to make investigations, such as X-rays, blood tests, testing of faeces, or even laparotomy (an exploratory operation).
As with any pain in the body, you should consult your doctor if the symptoms persist for a number of days. Serious ailments are always best dealt with sooner rather than later.
If the pain is in the upper Third:

Is it colicky pain coming in spasms? -------------Could be gallstones---------------see your doctor.
Have you been vomiting? ----------You could have a tummy bug or gastroenteritis---------take plenty of fluids and see your doctor if the pain and vomiting persist.

If the pain is in the Middle third:

Do you have any problems passing urine? ----------- You could have a kidney infection----------- Your doctor may prescribe antibiotics.
You could have a tummy bug? -------------Fluid only-no solids, Paracetamol may relieve the pain.

If the pain is in the Lower Third:

Have you had any bowel problems? ---------------------Diarrhea? --------------- Take fluids only.
Have you had any bowel problems? ---------------------Constipation or Gas problem? --------------- Go for a high fibre diet. If the problem persists,your doctor may prescribe laxatives.
Have you had any problems passing urine? ---------------- You could have cystitis ------------ Increase the amount of fluids you drink.
Are you suffering from irregular scanty periods, or an unusual discharge? ----------- You could have a pelvic infection--------See your doctor.
Is it a cramping pain on either side of your abdomen around the time of your period? ------------ This is likely to be menstrual pain -------------- Take paracetamol fort but consult your doctor if the pain is a problem.