Lower Left Abdominal Pain

What is the cause for mild pain in the lower left abdominal area while walking?
(11 Aug 2009)

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Any pain in the abdominal regions needs to be taken seriously. This is because of the number of vital organs that are present there, including the stomach, liver, kidneys, gall bladder, colon, and the intestines. In addition, the pain could also be caused by surface tissue such as muscles.

There are several medical conditions that can cause abdominal pain, so it is recommended that you visit your physician at the earliest. In order to find the root cause of the problem, your physician will ask several questions related to intensity of the pain (mild or strong), duration (continuous or irregular), and exact location. In addition, secondary symptoms (such as fever or diarrhea) will also help to pinpoint the exact cause.

In your question, you have already mentioned that you suffer from a mild pain that appears while you are walking.

In many cases, an infrequent pain in the lower left abdomen is related to a digestive problem. This is because of the intestines and lower colon, where your body’s waste is processed. The cause can be as simple as constipation (try a hot cup of laxative tea each morning, or a glass of warm ginger tea with honey) or excess gas (you can use any over-the-counter antacid, or try a teaspoon of unprocessed honey each morning). However, if you also experience some vomiting or fever, it could be a case of food poisoning. Avoid solid food for at least a day, drink lots of fluids, and keep away from fried or spicy foods. You can try a cooling, soothing snack of yogurt with some turmeric powder. The antiseptic properties of turmeric will help heal a mild stomach infection. Many people experience some topical relief from the pain by applying hot compresses. If none of these measures bring you relief in 24 hours, visit your doctor immediately.

If your pain becomes more persistent, it can indicate a more serious problem. In people over 40, diverticulitis is a common cause. Here, small pouches build up in the digestive tract over the years and become infected. In this case, a drastic dietary change and surgery may be required. The colon may also show signs of inflammation, leading to colitis, a form of irritable bowel disorder (IBD). Here, you will experience symptoms like weight loss, tenderness in the abdominal region, fatigue, and fever. Again, this is a condition only your physician can evaluate, since it may require clinical examination including a colonoscopy.

answered by G M on 11 Aug 2009, 12:50:25

Lower Left Abdominal Pain

What is the cause for mild pain in the lower left abdominal area while walking? (11 Aug 2009)

What is the cause for mild pain in the lower left abdominal area while walking?
(11 Aug 2009)