There it was, glowing on the computer screen next to each patient’s name, and repeated again, up on the emergency-department tracking board: “Abd Pn,” the abbreviation for abdominal pain. It appeared ...

The stomach is an important organ in the body not only due to its vital role in the digestion of food but also in the way it protects the body by killing off any harmful microorganisms and creates a ...

If you've already feasted enough to make a Santa suit feel a bit snug, there are a few drinks you can chase it down with to ...

THE festive period calls for celebration, spending time with friends and family and, above all, overindulgence when it comes ...

Depending on the underlying virus, the stomach flu can cause symptoms that last for up to a few days at a time. Abdominal pain is a common symptom of stomach flu, but it’s unlikely to last beyond ...

The contraction-like pain shot across Melissa Ursini’s lower abdomen for an hour at a time. It would subside, then come back. She scheduled an appointment with her OB-GYN, but tests results looked ...

That nagging discomfort in your abdomen might not be what you think. While you’re blaming last night’s spicy dinner or monthly cramps, your body could actually be sending signals about something ...

Food allergies in toddlers can appear suddenly, often disguised as rashes, tummy troubles or endless sniffles. Paediatrician says knowing the early warning signs, and which foods are most likely to ...

A salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters has infected at least 64 people in 22 states, the CDC says.  Salmonella are a group of food-borne bacteria that can cause diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps ...

Upper stomach pain during pregnancy can feel confusing because it shows up in different ways and at different times. You may ...

Some pain relief medications – or “painkillers” – are safe to take when a person has a stomach ulcer. However, some pain relievers may make an ulcer worse. Stomach ulcers are sores on the lining of a ...