Acute abdominal pain can be categorized in multiple methods. The most common method is by dividing the causes into two main categories, such as surgical versus nonsurgical pain, and intra ...

In most cases, acute abdominal pain requires urgent medical attention. The causes can range from acute appendicitis, cholecystitis, and pancreatitis to diverticulitis, signalling an infection ...

Acute pancreatitis (AP) is inflammation of the pancreas. It occurs suddenly and causes pain in the upper abdominal (or epigastric) region. The pain often radiates to your back. AP can also involve ...

Medically reviewed by Isabel Casimiro, MD, PhD Lower right abdominal pain can have many causes, including appendicitis, ...

Some causes of lower left abdominal pain are chronic conditions that can be improved with treatment. Some causes of the pain ...