What causes pain in the lower left abdomen?
Sep 22, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Introduction
In general, left lower abdominal pain may be caused by ovulation, strenuous exercise, improper diet, kidney stones, gastric ulcers, or other reasons. It is important to maintain a healthy diet, reduce intake of irritating foods, and avoid behaviors that may increase abdominal pressure, such as strenuous exercise and lifting heavy objects. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly, identify the underlying cause, and receive appropriate treatment under the guidance of a qualified physician.
In general, left lower abdominal pain may be caused by ovulation, strenuous exercise, improper diet, kidney stones, gastric ulcers, or other reasons. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly, identify the underlying cause, and receive appropriate treatment under the guidance of a qualified physician. Specific analysis is as follows:
1. Ovulation
During ovulation, the follicle ruptures and releases an egg, which may irritate surrounding tissues in the left lower abdomen, causing temporary pain. This discomfort can be relieved through methods such as applying heat, drinking warm water, etc.
2. Strenuous Exercise
Intense physical activity may lead to overstretching or damage to muscle fibers, resulting in pain in the left lower abdomen. Adequate warm-up exercises before physical activity are recommended, and prolonged strenuous exercise should be avoided.
3. Improper Diet
Excessive consumption of greasy, spicy, raw, or cold irritating foods may stimulate the gastric mucosa, leading to left lower abdominal pain. A light diet should be maintained, and intake of irritating foods should be limited.
4. Kidney Stones
Kidney stones may result from high-salt diets, medication effects, hypertension, or other factors. When kidney stones move from the ureter toward the bladder, they can irritate the ureteral wall, causing spasms and pain in the left lower abdomen, often accompanied by symptoms such as vomiting and hematuria (blood in urine). Treatment may include medications such as progesterone injection, losartan potassium hydrochlorothiazide tablets, or potassium citrate granules, as prescribed by a doctor.
5. Gastric Ulcer
Chronic mental stress, anxiety, or excessive intellectual work may trigger gastric ulcers. Inflammation and edema of the stomach lining may lead to gastric distension, causing discomfort and pain in the left abdomen, typically accompanied by heartburn, acid reflux, and other symptoms. Treatment may involve medications such as omeprazole enteric-coated capsules, clarithromycin capsules, and colloidal bismuth pectin capsules, used under medical supervision.
In daily life, it is important to maintain a healthy diet, reduce consumption of irritating foods, and avoid behaviors that increase intra-abdominal pressure—such as strenuous exercise and lifting heavy objects.
