Upper abdominal pain can be no big deal—or it can merit a trip to the ER. Here's how experts say you can tell the difference.

If you’re experiencing mild hiatal hernia symptoms, your doctor might recommend a “wait and watch” approach along with ...

Right side abdominal pain can be vague, and the specifics will help you find the right diagnosis, says Mia Finkelston, MD, a ...

PAIN is one of the most common things readers ask me about. We all experience it now and again, and some live with it daily.

Her son arrived the day she was discharged from that hospital stay. He was shocked when he saw his mother being wheeled out.

Upper abdominal surgical incisions result in significant pain during and after surgery. While neuraxial techniques are the ...

Everybody experiences abdominal pain in their lifetime. Mostly, this crisis subsides on its own and does not require medical attention. But sometimes serious ailments also cause abdominal pain ...

Yes, kidney stones can cause gastrointestinal (GI) problems, such as bloating, diarrhea, and constipation. This article ...

The latissimus dorsi muscles support upper body movement ... You may also experience abdominal pain if your latissimus dorsi muscle is strained. Talk to your doctor right away if you have these ...

Pain may occur in the abdomen, back, neck, or shoulders. Pain may be more intense while breathing deeply, coughing, lying down, or swallowing. In contrast, pain may improve with leaning forward ...

The gallbladder is a small organ in the upper right abdomen ... This may cause sudden, sharp pain in the abdomen that can radiate to the back or shoulder blade. The cause of gallstones is thought ...

Dave Coulier has been diagnosed with cancer. The "Full House" star, 65, said he was recently diagnosed with stage 3 ...