Abdominal pain - a common phenomenon, which has a lot of reasons. Therefore, before taking any independent attempts by cupping them, should be to determine exactly what it was they were provoked. A correct diagnosis of the forces of a specialist, and after a comprehensive examination. This is sure to keep in mind.
The survey often turns out that the problem in the stomach. For example, pain under the ribs on the left the body "speaks" about:
- gastritis;
- ulcer;
- or even developing oncology.
In all these cases, the cause of the disease lie in:
- irregular meals;
- overeating;
- the use of large amounts of fatty foods;
- excessively sharp and too salty foods in the diet;
- the use of products with carcinogens and others.
What can be done at home?
Important:independent "treatment" without medical consultations and appointments can only exacerbate the problems.
Whether a sudden stomach ache or pain hurts for a long time, remember:
1. Acceptance of pain medication can distort the symptoms of the disease and prevent specialist to put the correct diagnosis, to draw correct conclusions about the current state of the patient, when that help Wanted.
2. By applying a heating pad to the affected area, you provoke acceleration of the inflammatory process and the deterioration of their own state.
3. Drinking black tea or a cup of coffee, you cause increased pain in the abdomen.
How to help yourself?
Still, if you can help yourself and to somehow alleviate the condition, when a stomach ache? After all, there are times when professional help is impossible "right now", and the pain is unbearable character.
Facilitate sensation is possible if:
1. Eliminate extraneous compression (move the gum underwear, clothing folds and joints loosen / remove the belt and belts).
2. Lie as comfortable as possible.
3. Gently massage the abdomen circumference at the navel (5-7 min).
4. Drink half a glass of warm boiled water.
Cases requiring urgent help
There is pain, which can not be tolerated. And not just because they are much too strong (those who are unlikely to endure). You need to call an ambulance immediately if:
1. There is a sharp pain, as if the abdomen (stomach) than a "pierced". Such feelings may weaken if to lie down and press bent knees to the stomach (take the "fetal position").
2. Growing state of lethargy and apathy. Possible even fainting.
3. Against the background of the pain is greatly enhanced sweating.
4. AD is rapidly falling and slowing the heart rate (it's obvious signs of internal bleeding).
We are in such cases can go about ulcer perforation in the stomach wall. Or other equally dangerous conditions. And then the account can go for a minute, can not linger in any case. Nothing "endure" will not work, as the case may be fatal. An urgent need to call an ambulance.
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