Home Remedies and Herbs for Stomach Ache

Stomach ache is a common condition that affects most people at some point. While not usually a serious condition, recurring stomach aches may indicate a more severe underlying condition.

In most cases, stomach aches go away on their own after a short period of time. Depending on the cause, you may experience a stomach ache for a few hours or pain lasting a few days.

What Causes Stomach Ache?

There are many possible stomach ache causes. The most common cause is due to indigestion, gas, cramping and bloating. Stomach aches can also occur if you eat too quickly or eat too much. Constipation can also cause stomach aches. ¹

Stomach aches can often be confused with general abdominal pain that may not be related to the stomach at all. Severe abdominal pain can be due to kidney or gallbladder problems, appendicitis or a urinary tract infection. Women may also experience abdominal pain during menstruation. ¹

Stomach Ache Symptoms

Stomach ache symptoms can be chronic or acute. This means they can either develop gradually and last long term. Or they can come on suddenly and go away without cause. ¹ Stomach ache symptoms include the following pains as well as accompanying symptoms:

• Stomach cramping and bloating
• Feeling full
• Constipation or diarrhea
• Nausea and vomiting
• Inability to urinate

References

1. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stomach-ache-abdominal-pain/Pages/Introduction.aspx