What causes pain upon pressing the stomach area?
Disease description:
I don't know what's going on, but I haven't eaten much these past few days. My stomach has been uncomfortable, with pain upon palpation. I really want to understand, what causes abdominal pain upon pressing the stomach area?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Here are some common causes that may lead to abdominal tenderness upon palpation:
1. Gastritis or peptic ulcer: This is one of the most common causes. When the gastric mucosa becomes irritated or damaged, tenderness upon pressure may occur. It is commonly seen in individuals with irregular eating habits, long-term alcohol consumption, or smoking.
2. Pancreatitis: Inflammation of the pancreas can cause severe abdominal pain, especially after eating. The pain may radiate to the back and become more pronounced when pressure is applied.
3. Gastrointestinal functional disorders: Conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may cause stomach discomfort and tenderness upon pressure, even though there may be no obvious structural abnormalities present.
4. Tumorous diseases: Malignant tumors of the digestive system, such as gastric cancer and pancreatic cancer, may not present obvious symptoms in the early stages. However, as the disease progresses, patients may experience tenderness upon palpation of the stomach area.
If symptoms occur, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly. At the same time, maintaining healthy lifestyle habits and dietary patterns, avoiding overeating and consuming irritating foods, can help prevent the onset and worsening of gastric diseases.
