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What can I do to stop sharp pain in my stomach?

What can I do to stop sharp pain in my stomach?

Be guided by your doctor, but there are some things you can do to help ease the pain, including:

  1. Place a hot water bottle or heated wheat bag on your abdomen.
  2. Soak in a warm bath.
  3. Drink plenty of clear fluids such as water.
  4. Reduce your intake of coffee, tea and alcohol as these can make the pain worse.

What drug makes your stomach hurt?

Over-the-Counter Painkillers Aspirin can affect the lining of your stomach and cause belly pain and other problems. Other pain relievers, like ibuprofen and naproxen, can lead to heartburn, irritation, and other stomach trouble, too.

Can getting mad hurt your stomach?

The gastrointestinal tract is sensitive to emotion. Anger, anxiety, sadness, elation — all of these feelings (and others) can trigger symptoms in the gut. The brain has a direct effect on the stomach and intestines. For example, the very thought of eating can release the stomach’s juices before food gets there.

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Does ibuprofen help with stomach pain?

Advil is not indicated to treat stomach pain. Consult your doctor before taking any analgesic if you have a sensitive stomach or a history of stomach problems such as heartburn, upset stomach or stomach pain.

Why does stomach hurt when stressed?

Anxiety also releases a stress hormone (cortisol), which causes the body to produce extra levels of stomach acid. That acidity causes the lining of the esophagus to become irritated, and this can lead to stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting, and in severe cases, stress-induced ulcers.

What painkiller is best for stomach?

#1 Doctor Recommended Pain Relief brand for those with stomach problems. TYLENOL® will not upset the stomach the way naproxen sodium (Aleve® ), or even Ibuprofen (Advil®, MOTRIN®) can. TYLENOL® can help relieve your pain while being gentle on your stomach.