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Suggest Treatment For Severe Stomach Cramps And Pressure In Lower Abdomen
Question: Thank you I am 60 years old and for the past 2 days have had severe stomach cramps in my lower abdomen and pressure that pushes against my backbone.There is no feeling of 'gas' but some 'bloat' and replicates how I felt 35 years ago when I gave birth to my daughter.I have had a complete hysterectomy back when I was 39 yrs. old.I started having a severe headache today but thought this may just due to my air-conditioning being out and it is. Florida with 85 degree weather. I checked my blood pressure and it is 137/85 so it's a little high but not bad.Could it be just a slight virus ?
Brief Answer:
Supportive care, no worries
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
I read your question and i understand your concern. Gastric discomfort, lower abdominal pain with cramps, feeling of gas and bloating and pressure effect all attributed to functional bowel disease likely IBS. It just needs some diet and lifestyle modifications. More fibrous diet, more fluids intake, Yogurt and peppermint with meals, use of probiotics will help. Regular exercise, small frequent meals, avoiding spices, soda, beverages, coffee, dairy products, fatty foods, processed canned foods, spicy foods , stimulants etc will help.
As far as headache is concerned, i am sure that is attributed to the air conditioning you have been exposed to during harsh weather of florida and will just need advil for now.
Virus is unlikely . You rblood pressure is also good. Just bowel functional disorder. If you have constipation take some laxative for relief.
I hope it helps. Take good care of yourself and dont forget to close the discussion please.
Regards
Khan
Supportive care, no worries
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
I read your question and i understand your concern. Gastric discomfort, lower abdominal pain with cramps, feeling of gas and bloating and pressure effect all attributed to functional bowel disease likely IBS. It just needs some diet and lifestyle modifications. More fibrous diet, more fluids intake, Yogurt and peppermint with meals, use of probiotics will help. Regular exercise, small frequent meals, avoiding spices, soda, beverages, coffee, dairy products, fatty foods, processed canned foods, spicy foods , stimulants etc will help.
As far as headache is concerned, i am sure that is attributed to the air conditioning you have been exposed to during harsh weather of florida and will just need advil for now.
Virus is unlikely . You rblood pressure is also good. Just bowel functional disorder. If you have constipation take some laxative for relief.
I hope it helps. Take good care of yourself and dont forget to close the discussion please.
Regards
Khan
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