What Causes Persistent Pain In Upper Abdomen?

Hi I am a female and have been having a very painful area above my belly button all day. It started out not as painful bit has gotten persistently worse. The only time it hurts is when the area is touched or I bend over or raise my arms. Also, the pain spreads upward underneath my right rib cage. I know it's not constipation, and I haven't really lost my apatite, it's just very painful to touch. Please help