When an abdominal pain continues for months (chronic) without ceasing, it is necessary to investigate its origin. Some possible causes for chronic abdominal pain are:
- Functional dyspepsia
- Irritable Instestine Syndrome,
- Esophagitis,
- Ulcer in the stomach or duodenum,
- Ulcerative colitis,
- Crohn's disease,
- Chronic ischemia,
- Diabetes,
- Muscle diseases located in the abdomen,
- Bone disease,
- Chronic pancreatitis.
X-ray examinations, ultrasound, computed tomography, and endoscopy are the tests usually indicated to evaluate this type of pain. In addition to the patient's story, blood tests may be crucial for diagnosis and treatment.
Often it is difficult to reach a diagnosis, to cope with this situation avoid getting stressed, eat a diet low in salt and fat, strengthen the fibers and do physical activity at least 2 times a week.
Avoiding coffee and alcoholic beverages is critical to successful treatment.
