The most common symptoms are nausea and stomach pain. Very often, patients do not attach serious importance to these symptoms and try to eliminate the uncomfortable condition on their own. The causes of abdominal pain and nausea are various - menstruation, food poisoning, tumor formation, hepatitis.
What to do if your stomach hurts and feels nauseous
What to do if you have nausea and abdominal pain?
If pain accompanied by nausea manifests itself systematically, then this is a sign of a chronic illness. When heartburn, vomiting and bitter belching are added to nausea and pain, you need to think about pathologies of the pancreas or gastrointestinal tract. Poisoning is also accompanied by pain in the lower abdomen. In women, pain accompanied by nausea may be a sign of premenstrual syndrome.
Nausea and abdominal pain may be manifestations of dysmenorrhea
Therapeutic actions will depend on the underlying cause of the pathological condition. When the cause is known, therapeutic procedures can be carried out at home.
| Cause of discomfort | Actions |
| 1. First of all, it is necessary to empty the stomach of its contents. To do this, washing is carried out using a manganese solution. 2. Then an absorbent is required. It could be activated carbon. 3. Drink plenty of water throughout the day. 4. It is forbidden to drink everything except water. |
| To eliminate the painful sensations that arose against the background of a sharp change in hormonal levels, you should take an antispasmodic, for example, no-shpa. In the first days of menstruation, completely avoid physical activity. |
| An enzyme is used to restore the digestive system, for example, Mezim tablets. Over the next three days, it is recommended to follow a diet. |
| For regular stressful situations, taking motherwort or valerian tincture according to the instructions is recommended. Additionally, you can drink peppermint tea (soothes and eliminates nausea). |
| If pain occurs, self-medication is contraindicated; urgent diagnosis and consultation with a doctor is necessary. |
| A nagging pain in the lower abdomen during pregnancy with slight nausea can warn of the danger of miscarriage. It is necessary to call an ambulance; delay poses a threat to the woman’s life. |
Note! Pain in the stomach and nausea can be caused by taking medications, in which case it is recommended to urgently rinse the stomach.
Third reason: pregnancy
If a girl feels very nauseous and has a stomach ache, then pregnancy may be the cause of this condition.
Toxicosis usually begins at 6 weeks. This process is due to the active production of progesterone and changes in hormonal levels. The first symptoms of an interesting situation are:
- delay of menstruation;
- bloating and increase in size;
- mild nagging pain in the lower abdomen;
- weakness;
- increased drowsiness;
- swelling of the mammary glands;
- frequent urge to go to the toilet.
If a woman is suspected of being pregnant, a rapid test should be done. If two stripes appear on it, then you need to consult a doctor and conduct an ultrasound examination.
But sometimes the lower abdomen hurts and nausea occurs for more serious reasons. There are symptoms that should alert the patient.
They are as follows:
- nagging pain in the lumbar region and lower abdomen, bleeding. This process signals the threat of miscarriage;
- severe pain, profuse bleeding. Such signs indicate fetal freezing;
- bleeding and cramping pain in the lower abdomen that goes away after a few minutes or hours. The occurrence of such attacks signals an ectopic pregnancy. The symptoms cannot be ignored, because if the fetus continues to grow in the tube, it will rupture. This condition threatens the patient’s life;
- bloating, increased gas formation, constipation or diarrhea, belching, discomfort in the digestive tract. These signs may indicate not only hormonal changes in the body, but also indicate diseases of the internal organs.
It is not always possible for a woman to understand her condition and determine the cause of the illness. Therefore, you should not hesitate to visit the doctor.
Abdominal pain due to taking vitamins
Oddly enough, abuse or misuse of certain vitamin complexes can lead to vomiting, and, consequently, pain in the abdomen.
Improper intake of vitamins often provokes negative reactions in the body, such as nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.
Vitamin complexes are used to improve the general condition of the body and strengthen the functionality of the immune system. Very often, experts prescribe taking vitamins in parallel with medications. If the dosage regimen is violated, side effects often occur in the form of weakness, nausea, developing into vomiting, and abdominal pain.
The danger of excess vitamins
The duration of the above symptoms will depend on how quickly self-cleansing occurs in the body. That is, through vomiting, all the contents of the stomach will be removed. If you feel unwell, experts recommend inducing vomiting yourself by first drinking a large amount of water. Thus, excess amounts of vitamins or inappropriate medications will stop the harmful effects on the body and will be eliminated. In this case, you do not need to take any medications.
If you overdose on medications or vitamins, induce vomiting to empty your stomach.
Advice. Once your condition has been restored, you can drink chamomile-mint tea to improve the disturbed digestion process.
It is worth noting that some antibiotics and other medications have side effects such as abdominal pain, dizziness, nausea, and others. For example, a similar condition can be triggered by cough medications. Therefore, it is very important to study the instructions in detail before taking the product.
Cough medications often cause side effects such as nausea, dizziness, and abdominal pain.
Important! Some drugs are to be taken before eating, while others are to be taken only after eating. This is one of the important factors that helps to avoid side effects on the body.
Impaired enzyme production
DescriptionEnzymes are special chemical compounds that break down complex foods into simpler components.
Enzymes are produced in almost the entire digestive system, they can be found in: saliva, gastric juice, bile, intestinal juices. The main “target” of enzymes is proteins (meat), because proteins are the most complex structures that come with food. If suddenly there are reasons why enzymes are produced in insufficient quantities, food ceases to be broken down properly. The processes of fermentation and decay are activated, which leads to increased gas formation. Gases begin to “flow” through the intestines (a strong rumbling is heard) and put pressure on its walls (pain occurs).
The causes of impaired production can be different: from banal malnutrition to genetic diseases.
Pain sensations are cutting, medium or strong, located throughout the abdomen. Occurs 4-12 hours after eating. The patient is looking for a lying position in which the stomach will not hurt so much, which is associated with the physics of gases. Flatulence, putrid breath, possible diarrhea and/or vomiting, general intoxication. Therapist, gastroenterologist. Methods: tests, assessment of gas formation, sampling of gastric contents. Further diagnostic measures are aimed at finding the reason why production is disrupted. A strict diet is mandatory, other health measures depend on the cause of the disease.
Nausea and stomach pain after eating
If the patient has previously consumed fatty, very salty, smoked or spicy foods, with the addition of sauces or other dressings, then the digestive system may malfunction, resulting in a worsening of the condition. Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract should not be ruled out, because pain in the abdomen can appear in this case even after eating a healthy meal.
Gastrointestinal diseases are one of the main causes of nausea and abdominal pain after eating
We must not forget that regular consumption of fast foods also leads to digestive problems in the future. Long-term consumption of unhealthy food contributes to the development of cholecystitis, peptic ulcers, and gastritis. Subsequently, the diseases become chronic, and the treatment process becomes more complicated. Therefore, if abdominal pain with accompanying nausea appears after eating food, then you should pay attention to the quality of the food and how harmless it is. To improve the well-being and condition of the digestive system, it is enough to adjust your diet.
If you suspect problems with the gastrointestinal tract, you should adjust your diet, giving preference to healthy foods
Symptom in women
In the pubic area (in the center or below on both sides). Often these are nagging pains that suddenly arise and pass, and are not constant. They give it, naturally, to the perineum. The bottom and sides also suffer. Symptoms become stronger during movement and include unpleasant discharge from the genitals.
The problem may appear as a result of hypothermia, acute abuse or as a consequence of stress. When making a diagnosis, we can say that these are problems with the gynecological area. Treatment should only be carried out in accordance with the advice of a doctor.
Appear in the area above the pubis on the right and left sides. Such pains are usually sharp, occur suddenly, and are excessively strong. They can pass into the anus. They appear along with increased blood pressure, loss of orientation, lethargy, weakness, and may even lead to fainting.
They occur mainly as a result of sexual intercourse (a cyst ruptures) or after several weeks of delay in the menstrual cycle, if the girl has an ectopic pregnancy. Specialist consultation and urgent hospitalization are required.
Stress and stomach pain
One of the most common problems in society is stress. This phenomenon is familiar to every person, however, few people think about the consequences. As experts have found, the psycho-emotional state directly affects the digestive system. Due to regular emotional experiences, gastrointestinal ailments develop, among the symptoms of which are abdominal pain and nausea.
Stress negatively affects not only the gastrointestinal tract, but also other systems
After a strong emotional shock, a person may feel pain in the stomach, followed by nausea followed by vomiting. This is the body's reaction to stress. In order to independently provide first aid in this situation (often requiring the help of a doctor and a potent drug), you should drink a sedative herbal medicine (tincture of motherwort, tincture of valerian, drops or tablets “Barboval”).
"Barboval" is a combined drug with a sedative and antispasmodic effect.
The product must be taken according to the instructions. Then take a horizontal position. If nausea and pain persist, and your psycho-emotional state has not improved, you must call an ambulance.
Helminths
DescriptionThe causes of pain and rumbling may lie in parasites that have infested the stomach and intestines. Helminths are flat or round parasitic worms that live in the gastrointestinal tract and feed on the human host. These worms have powerful suckers, but practically no sensory organs (eyes and ears are not particularly useful when you are inside the stomach).
If the offspring survive and reproduce, the patient will develop helminthiasis, in which the parasites will secrete liquid and gaseous waste products into the stomach and intestines.
Painful sensations increase over several days and are characterized by heaviness in the stomach or intestines. A constant feeling of hunger (even after a large meal), rumbling and flatulence, diarrhea, general intoxication. It is worth noting that symptoms may increase over several weeks or even months. Gastroenterologist. Methods: blood tests, stool tests for the presence of helminth eggs. Antihelminthic drugs.
What is prohibited?
To avoid complications, if you experience pain in the abdominal area accompanied by nausea, you should call a doctor.
In case of severe nausea and severe pain, it is recommended to immediately call a doctor rather than self-medicate.
If the cause of the painful condition is unknown, then the following actions are prohibited:
- taking medications to block vomiting;
- taking painkillers;
If the cause of the pain is unknown, it is better not to take any analgesics or antiemetics until the doctor arrives. - gastric lavage for children;
- consumption of food and drinks;
- abstinence from water.
In case of severe pain and nausea, you should refrain from food, sweet and carbonated drinks, but it is recommended to drink clean water without gas in sufficient quantities
Very often, pain in the abdomen and nausea occur against the background of a stressful situation, so it is enough to normalize the state of the nervous system and rest.
Treatment
The treatment regimen is selected depending on the underlying cause. Therapy requires an integrated approach and includes the following points:
- elimination, anti-inflammatory diet
- drug therapy
- work with a psychologist
- physical therapy
It is necessary to eliminate the source of stress and bad eating habits, and normalize the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. In addition to using medications recommended by your doctor, you must follow a drinking regime.
