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Suggest Remedies For Sharp And Uncomfortable Pain In Abdomen

Hi. I have a sharp & uncomfortable pain in my abdomen. It s not like a period pain or a need to go to the toilet. I took 2 rennie tablets about 30 mins ago in case it was indigestion but the sharpness of the pain is worrying me. I m in excellent health but have a little IBS that is ok & manageable. Pain started in my left side & now is in the Centre. On a pain scale it is about a 4 - 5 but when I move it increases. Any suggestions?? Kind regards, Eadaoin.
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Hi Eadaoin,

I am sorry for the painful situation you are going through.

The sharp& uncomfortable pain you have in your abdomen is related to gas and IBS you've been diagnosed so far.

Increased gas will distend the bowels that will stimulate the nerves causing the sharp pain you are having.

As the pain is traveling from your left side to the centre, and this is the pathway of the large bowels, it confirms that is due to gas (aggravating IBS symptoms).

I advise to:
- try to keep walking and see if the pain will be gone
- take simethicone for bloating
- probiotics to stabilize intestinal flora
- continue taking rennie

If you did not have any bowel movement, then, can use a gentle laxative you find as OTC to induce one (e.g. sena candies or tea).

If the pain won't relieve, should go to ER for immediate evaluation and treatment.

Wish fast recovery!
Dr.Albana
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Suggest Remedies For Sharp And Uncomfortable Pain In Abdomen

Hi Eadaoin, I am sorry for the painful situation you are going through. The sharp& uncomfortable pain you have in your abdomen is related to gas and IBS you ve been diagnosed so far. Increased gas will distend the bowels that will stimulate the nerves causing the sharp pain you are having. As the pain is traveling from your left side to the centre, and this is the pathway of the large bowels, it confirms that is due to gas (aggravating IBS symptoms). I advise to: - try to keep walking and see if the pain will be gone - take simethicone for bloating - probiotics to stabilize intestinal flora - continue taking rennie If you did not have any bowel movement, then, can use a gentle laxative you find as OTC to induce one (e.g. sena candies or tea). If the pain won t relieve, should go to ER for immediate evaluation and treatment. Wish fast recovery! Dr.Albana