Is it effective to go to the emergency room for stomach pain?
Feb 10, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Introduction
If stomach pain is accompanied by severe vomiting, persistent intense pain, hematemesis (vomiting blood), or other serious symptoms, it may indicate severe conditions such as gastric ulcer perforation, acute pancreatitis, or appendicitis. In such cases, seeking emergency medical care is essential, as timely medical intervention may save lives. If the stomach pain is mild, it may be related to improper diet, indigestion, or mild gastritis.
In general, it is usually appropriate to visit the emergency department for stomach pain. The specific analysis is as follows:
Stomach pain can warrant an emergency department visit, especially when the pain is severe or accompanied by other serious symptoms. Seeking emergency care allows for timely medical treatment. When symptoms of stomach pain are severe—for instance, intense and prolonged pain accompanied by nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or gastrointestinal bleeding—this may indicate serious gastrointestinal conditions such as acute gastritis or peptic ulcer disease. The emergency department can rapidly assess the patient's condition and provide initial treatment to relieve discomfort and prevent further deterioration.
However, if the pain occurs occasionally and presents as mild dull or distending pain, with minimal impact on daily life, no accompanying severe symptoms, and no tendency to worsen, it may be sufficient to continue medication treatment as advised by a physician without needing immediate emergency care.
In daily life, attention should be paid to gastric health, avoiding overeating and spicy or greasy foods, maintaining regular eating habits, and resting appropriately to prevent stomach pain.
