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Published on: 7/15/2026

What are the possible causes of abdominal pain?

Abdominal pain has many possible causes, ranging from mild to serious. It may stem from a pulled or strained abdominal muscle, a damaged nerve, a broken bone, or a problem with internal organs such as the stomach, intestines, liver, kidneys, or appendix.

Because symptoms can overlap between minor and life-threatening conditions, identifying the source of your pain quickly is important. A free, instant, online symptom check can help you understand what may be causing your discomfort and guide your next steps—whether that's home care, seeing a doctor, or seeking urgent attention.

Reviewed for medical accuracy: 07/14/2026

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Explanation

Identifying the cause of abdominal pain can be challenging because there are a broad array of possible causes. Common and generally benign causes of abdominal pain include a pulled abdominal wall muscle, constipation and indigestion. Diseases of the internal organs (stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, appendix, intestines, kidneys, lungs, uterus, bladder) are generally accompanied by other symptoms or clues that help identify the underlying cause along with either lab or imaging studies. If you're experiencing abdominal pain and want to better understand what might be causing it, you can check your symptoms with Ubie's free AI-powered tool to get personalized insights based on your specific situation. Some general red flags associated with abdominal pain that warrant more immediate health care attention include fever, extreme and worsening pain, inability to keep liquids down, or blood in the vomit or stool.

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