pain or discomfort
There are 66 conditions associated with pain or discomfort. The links below will provide you with more detailed information on these medical conditions from the WebMD Symptom Checker and help provide a better understanding of causes and treatment of these related conditions.
- Food poisoningFood poisoning can cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, fever, chills, and weakness.
- Gas painsBelching or passing gas clears gas from the digestive tract, but when gas is stuck it causes abdominal pain.
- GastritisGastritis is an inflammation of the stomach lining, causes stomach upset, irritation, and pain.
- Irritable bowel syndromeIrritable bowel syndrome is a common condition that causes painful spasms and cramping in the large intestine.
- Panic attackWhen someone has a panic attack, that person feels a sudden, intense fear that can't be controlled.
- Peptic ulcerPeptic ulcers, sores in the lining of the stomach or upper intestine, cause abdominal pain, gas, and more.
- Constipation (child)Constipation is having less than three bowel movements a week, causing hard stools, abdominal pain and more.
- Constipation (adult)Constipation is having less than three bowel movements a week, causing hard stools, abdominal pain and more.
- GastroenteritisGastroenteritis is inflammation of the stomach and intestine that causes diarrhea and vomiting.
- Muscle strainMuscle strain occurs when muscles are stressed, overworked, or injured due to physical activity or labor.
- Lactose intoleranceLactose intolerance, or the inability to digest lactose, leads to gas, bloating, and other symptoms.
- Intestinal ischemiaSymptoms of intestinal ischemia include pain, bloody bowel movements, abdominal swelling, vomiting, and more.
- DiverticulitisDiverticulitis is a condition of the colon and causes pain, cramping, infection, bleeding, and other symptoms.
- GallstonesA gallstone attack occurs when a stone blocks the bile duct, causes right upper abdominal pain and cramping.
- Celiac diseaseCeliac disease, which is an intestinal reaction to gluten, can cause gas, diarrhea, bloating, and weight loss.
- Colon cancerColon cancer is often asymptomatic, but it can cause constipation, bowel obstruction, bloody stool and more.
- Colon polypsColon polyps are growths that form in the lining of the colon, and can cause constipation, diarrhea and more.
- Crohn's diseaseCrohn's disease is a digestive condition that causes swelling, cramping, diarrhea, and nutritional problems.
- Cystic fibrosisCystic fibrosis is an inherited disease that causes the body to produce abnormally thick and sticky mucus.
- DermatomyositisDermatomyositis is a condition that causes muscle swelling and weakness, and a rash on the face and joints.
- Intestinal obstructionIntestinal obstruction is when the intestine is blocked and causes pain, swelling, nausea, diarrhea, and more.
- IntussusceptionIntussusception is an intestinal condition and causes severe pain, bloody stools, diarrhea, fever, and more.
- PancreatitisPancreatitis, an inflammation of the pancreas, causes abdominal pain and swelling, nausea, and rapid pulse.
- Hepatitis AHepatitis A is an inflammation of the liver. Symptoms include fever, fatigue, yellowing of the skin, and more.
- Hepatitis BHepatitis B is an inflammation of the liver that may cause fever, fatigue, dark urine, jaundice, and more.
- Hepatitis CHepatitis B is an inflammation of the liver that may cause yellowing of the skin and eyes, tiredness, and more.
- Gastrointestinal bleedingThe symptoms of gastrointestinal bleeding include black or bloody stool or vomit, dizziness, and cramping.
- GiardiasisGiardiasis is an infection of the small intestine causing diarrhea, gas, bloating, nausea and stomach cramps.
- Helicobacter pylori infectionHelicobacter, bacteria in the digestive tract, causes peptic ulcers and their associated pain and burning.
- HydronephrosisHydronephrosis is a condition of the kidneys and causes aching or pain, urinary symptoms, fever, and nausea.
- Inflammatory bowel diseaseInflammatory bowel disease causes swelling and symptoms such as cramping, chronic diarrhea, and bleeding.
- Iron poisoningIron poisoning causes abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and dehydration.
- Depression (Child and Adolescent)Depression is a painful sadness that interferes with a child's schoolwork, family life, and social activities.
- Diabetic ketoacidosisSymptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis include dry mouth, excessive thirst and urination, and more.
- DiverticulosisDiverticulosis is a condition of the colon and causes pain, cramping, infection, bleeding, and other symptoms.
- Drug overdoseA drug overdose can be fatal and causes sleepiness, confusion, coma, vomiting, and other symptoms.
- ProctitisProctitis is pain and inflammation of the rectal lining caused by infection.
- Polycystic kidney diseasePolycystic kidney disease can cause abdominal pain, headaches, and pain in the sides and back.
- PorphyriaPorphyria is a condition that can affect the nerves and skin, making the skin extremely sensitive to sunlight.
- Ulcerative colitisUlcerative colitis causes swelling in the large intestine and can lead to cramping, diarrhea, and more.
- Lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus)Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease marked by swollen painful joints, a rash, swollen lymph nodes, and more.
- AnemiaAnemia, a lack of red blood cells, can cause fatigue, pale skin, weakness, dizziness, headache and more.
- Pancreatic cancerPancreatic cancer is typically asymptomatic until the cancer has advanced, making treatment difficult.
- Drug allergyA drug allergy is an allergic reaction to a medication and can cause a rapid heartbeat and difficulty breathing.
- Narcotic abuseNarcotic abuse can cause fatigue, shallow breathing, anxiety, euphoria, vomiting, confusion, and constipation.
- ThalassemiaThalassemia is a rare group of genetic blood disorders effecting red blood cells and leading to anemia.
- Intestinal IleusIntestinal ileus is a condition of the intestinal muscles causing cramps and bloating, vomiting, gas, and more.
- Ascaris wormsAscarisis is an infection by a roundworm, and can cause visible worms in the stool and respiratory symptoms.
- Allergic reactionAllergic reaction causes sneezing, runny nose and hives and can lead to anaphylaxis, a whole body reaction.
- Aortic aneurysm (abdomen)An abdominal aortic aneurysm is swelling of the main abdominal artery and can cause sudden chest pain.
- Tick biteA tick-related illness may cause a rash that expands out from the site of the bite, fever, chills, and more.
- AppendicitisAppendicitis is an infection of the appendix causing abdominal pain that begins near the belly button.
- Henoch-schonlein purpuraHenoch-Sch�nlein purpura is a condition that causes a purple bruise-like rash on the legs and buttocks.
- Lead poisoningLead poisoning causes sudden pain on either side of the lower back, urinary issues, nausea, fever, and chills.
- Chagas diseaseChagas disease is caused by a tropical parasite and can cause fever, ill feeling, and swelling around the eye.
- PseudohypoparathyroidismPseudohypoparathyroidism is a rare inherited condition that can lead to cramps, muscle spasms, and more.
- Ricin poisoningRicin is a dangerous poison in castor beans, and causes trouble breathing, nausea, fever and sweating.
- Typhoid feverTyphoid fever is a life-threatening illness and causes fever, general aches and pains, headache, and weakness.
- Aortic dissection (abdomen)An abdominal aortic dissection is a medical emergency and causes sudden abdominal or back pain.
- Small intestine cancerSmall intestine cancer is rare and often has no symptoms, but can cause symptoms in its advanced stages.
- Radiation sicknessRadiation sickness is caused by a high dose of radiation, and causes vomiting, diarrhea, hair loss, and more.
- Toxic shock syndromeToxic shock syndrome is a serious bacterial infection and causes fever, low blood pressure, a rash, and more.
- Shingles (herpes zoster)Shingles is a painful, blistering, skin rash typically found on the back and sides of the chest.
- Stomach cancerEarly stomach cancer may cause commonly misdiagnosed symptoms such as indigestion, nausea, and poor appetite.
- Abdominal migraineAbdominal migraine is recurring stomach pain and vomiting that typically shows up in children between the ages of 3 and 10, although it can also occur in adults.
- Budd-Chiari syndromeBudd-Chiari syndrome is a rare liver condition, symptoms include pain, swelling, and vomiting blood.