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Suggest Remedy For Pain In The Abdomen
Hy,I bn living with an unexplainable pain for 15 years now it is in my abdoomeen on my left side of the body it is there 365 days nd it seems like its affecting my whole body,I ve tried everything,nw was drinking amitreptyline it seems like they were working jst fyn until de doctor decided nt 2 give dem 2 m anymore.its bn 3months since I stopped dem nw m a mess again,The 1 thing m sure of is dey were making a differnce in ma lyf nd m nt addicted as dey say don t no wt 2 do anymore pleeeease heeeelp!
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Wed, 15 Apr 2015
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Hi,
There could be many potential causes of the pain, including gastrointestinal issues, musculoskeletal problems, or nerve-related issues. Your healthcare provider may recommend tests such as blood tests, imaging studies, or a biopsy to help determine the cause of your pain.
In the meantime, there are some remedies that you may find helpful to alleviate your pain. Some options include:
- Warm compresses: Applying a warm compress to the affected area can help to alleviate pain and discomfort.
- Pain medications: Over-the-counter pain medications such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen may help to relieve your pain. However, it's important to consult with your healthcare provider before taking any new medications.
- Relaxation techniques: Stress and anxiety can exacerbate pain. Trying relaxation techniques such as deep breathing or meditation may help to alleviate pain and stress.
- Dietary changes: Making dietary changes such as reducing spicy or acidic foods, or avoiding alcohol and caffeine, may help to alleviate abdominal pain.
- Exercise: Exercise can help to alleviate pain and improve overall health. However, it's important to consult with your healthcare provider before starting a new exercise program.
Remember, it's important to work with your healthcare provider to determine the underlying cause of your pain and find an effective treatment plan.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
There could be many potential causes of the pain, including gastrointestinal issues, musculoskeletal problems, or nerve-related issues. Your healthcare provider may recommend tests such as blood tests, imaging studies, or a biopsy to help determine the cause of your pain.
In the meantime, there are some remedies that you may find helpful to alleviate your pain. Some options include:
- Warm compresses: Applying a warm compress to the affected area can help to alleviate pain and discomfort.
- Pain medications: Over-the-counter pain medications such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen may help to relieve your pain. However, it's important to consult with your healthcare provider before taking any new medications.
- Relaxation techniques: Stress and anxiety can exacerbate pain. Trying relaxation techniques such as deep breathing or meditation may help to alleviate pain and stress.
- Dietary changes: Making dietary changes such as reducing spicy or acidic foods, or avoiding alcohol and caffeine, may help to alleviate abdominal pain.
- Exercise: Exercise can help to alleviate pain and improve overall health. However, it's important to consult with your healthcare provider before starting a new exercise program.
Remember, it's important to work with your healthcare provider to determine the underlying cause of your pain and find an effective treatment plan.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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