Left upper abdominal pain, periumbilical pain
May 26, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhou Chao
Introduction
In general, pain in the upper left abdomen or around the navel may be caused by factors such as trauma, gastritis, or hyperthyroidism. In addition to the above, it could also be due to hypothyroidism, myocardial infarction, or coronary atherosclerotic heart disease. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly to avoid delaying treatment. In daily life, maintain a light diet.
Generally, pain in the upper left abdomen or around the navel may be caused by factors such as trauma, gastritis, or hyperthyroidism. A detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Trauma
Inflammation resulting from abdominal injury can lead to abdominal pain. For example, untreated abdominal trauma may also cause significant abdominal discomfort.
2. Gastritis
Patients with gastritis may experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Pain is particularly noticeable in the cardia region. In patients with indigestion, abdominal pain tends to be more severe and is often accompanied by nausea, bloating, and vomiting. The pain may also radiate to the groin area.
3. Hyperthyroidism
Excessive production and release of thyroid hormones in hyperthyroidism can lead to increased metabolic activity and overstimulation of the sympathetic nervous system, which may also cause abdominal pain.
In addition to the above, abdominal pain could also be caused by hypothyroidism, myocardial infarction, or coronary atherosclerotic heart disease. It is recommended to seek timely medical attention to avoid delays in diagnosis and treatment. In daily life, maintain a light diet and avoid spicy or irritating foods to prevent worsening of symptoms.
