What should I do if my stomach hurts when having a bowel movement?
Disease description:
My son experiences stomach pain when passing stool. We would like to know what methods can help alleviate this situation. What should we do if there is abdominal pain during bowel movements?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Abdominal pain during bowel movements can be relieved through methods such as adjusting diet, applying heat packs, abdominal massage, staying hydrated, and medication.
1. Adjust diet: If the abdominal pain is caused by consuming cold, spicy, or greasy foods, try modifying your diet by reducing the intake of such foods and increasing consumption of bland, easily digestible foods.
2. Heat application: Applying a warm towel or hot water bag at a suitable temperature to the abdomen can improve local blood circulation, relieve intestinal spasms, and thereby reduce abdominal pain.
3. Abdominal massage: Gently massaging the abdomen in a clockwise direction can help stimulate intestinal motility, promote bowel movements, and also help alleviate abdominal pain.
4. Stay hydrated: Sometimes abdominal pain may be caused by dry intestines or constipation. Adequate water intake can soften the stool, facilitate bowel movements, and thus relieve abdominal pain.
5. Medication: If the abdominal pain is severe and persists, consider using medications under a doctor's guidance, such as antispasmodics, antidiarrheals, or antibiotics.
Before undertaking any measures for relief, it is recommended to consult a doctor first.
