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Abdominal pain

Abdominal pain points to the digestive system, the liver, the gallbladder or the pelvic organs. Which part of the abdomen hurts, how long it lasts and whether it is linked to eating all matter — they decide which specialist you should start with.

Which specialists treat this

When to see a doctor without delay

Get urgent care if the pain is sharp and sudden, if the abdomen is rigid and painful to touch, if there is fever, persistent vomiting, blood in stool or vomit, or if it began during pregnancy.