Stomach pain isn't always "just gas." The location, type and frequency of pain can reveal digestion issues, food intolerances ...

Ouch! You may know that pain in your lower right abdomen is infamously linked to appendicitis, but what about pain in your lower left abdomen? While it could simply be a muscle strain, it’s important ...

Left upper quadrant (LUQ) pain stems from conditions that affect organs like your spleen, kidney, or stomach. It's best to see a doctor if your LUQ pain worsens or lasts more than 48 hours. Treatment ...

If you've had stomach pain recently, you might have wondered how to check if you have appendicitis at home. Appendicitis is the most common cause of abdominal pain that results in surgery in the ...

Courtney is a registered nurse with over 13 years of experience in the clinical setting, helping individuals navigate their way through their healthcare journeys. She has been in the frontlines ...

Gut problems like irritable bowel syndrome are often worse in women. A mouse study reveals a pain pathway involving estrogen, ...

Vienna is so eager to bust its ‘dull’ reputation, it has invited 100 Scots to experience the city’s highlights. An entire Scottish village has been invited to visit Austria next year, as part of a new ...

Pain perception in affected individuals is more strongly influenced by learned fear than in healthy individuals. Changes ...

UCSF researchers showed that estrogen can turn on pain signals in the gut, offering new insights into conditions like ...

A college graduate who thought her shoulder pain was the result of moving back home and sleeping awkwardly was stunned when she received a life-changing diagnosis. After returning home in August 2024, ...