CMartinez HD's video: Physical Exam : Stomach Examination - Doctoring 1 part 2

Physical Exam : Stomach Examination - Doctoring 1 - part 2. A stomach ache, including stomach cramps or abdominal pain, doesn't usually last long and isn't usually caused by anything serious. Some common causes of a stomach ache include: trapped wind (flatulence) pain or discomfort after eating (indigestion) being unable to poo (constipation) Speak to your pharmacist for advice about medications to help ease symptoms of these conditions. If you have diarrhoea and vomiting, it will usually clear up by itself within a week. Read about what to do if you have diarrhoea and vomiting. When to get medical advice See your GP or call NHS 111 if you're worried or need advice about your symptoms. For example, if: - the pain gets much worse in a short space of time -the pain won't go away or keeps returning -you have unexpected weight loss -you have unusual vaginal discharge -you bleed from your bottom -you have a persistent change in toilet habits