What Causes Stomach Pain at Night and Constipation?
Disease description:
I experienced stomach pain last night while sleeping, and my stools have been particularly dry over the past few days. Could you please explain what might be causing these symptoms?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
The primary causes of nocturnal stomach pain and constipation include gastroenteritis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and acute gastritis. Gastroenteritis is mainly caused by bacterial, viral, or parasitic infections. IBS is primarily triggered by food allergies or food intolerances. Acute gastritis is typically caused by infections such as *Salmonella* or *Staphylococcus aureus*.
