Gastroenterology

A cyst in the epigastric region can be due to benign conditions like congenital duplication cysts, pancreatic pseudocysts from past inflammation, or mesenteric cysts.

Both chest and stomach pain at night may be caused by issues such as acid reflux (GERD), esophageal muscle problems, or even conditions that mimic reflux symptoms like asthma.

Burping and left side chest pain can be caused by heart problems like angina, but they may also come from issues with the esophagus or stomach, such as acid reflux.

Pain in the lower right side of your stomach might be due to common problems like appendicitis or other conditions affecting your intestines or colon. Other causes could include, gas, constipation, right-sided diverticulitis, ovarian cyst rupture or torsion.

Pain on the lower left side of your stomach can be caused by a variety of conditions. It could be due to problems in the colon, bowel, or even a rare form of appendicitis or other conditions.

Swelling in the lower right abdomen without pain may be due to benign conditions like a non-tender hernia, a lipoma (a benign fatty tumor), or a cyst, and occasionally it may represent lymph node enlargement from past mild inflammation that isn’t currently painful.

Swelling on the left side of the stomach can have several causes, such as a collection of blood from an injury (a hematoma), bloating from digestive issues, or even constipation.

Swelling on the right side of the lower abdomen can result from several causes including complications of appendicitis (such as an abscess or fistula), an appendiceal mucocele, an ovarian cyst rupture or torsion, abdominal wall endometriosis, enlarged mesenteric lymph nodes, or, in rare cases, conditions like neuronal intestinal dysplasia.

Sharp, recurring pain in the upper left belly can be caused by conditions like epiploic appendagitis, diverticulitis, or even an unusual presentation of appendicitis if the organs are positioned differently.

Swelling in the left lower abdomen can be caused by conditions like diverticular disease or diverticulitis, gas or bloating from digestive issues, constipation, or other changes in the abdominal tissues.

Swelling in your right lower abdomen can be due to inflammation from conditions like appendicitis, enlarged lymph nodes from infection or inflammation, colitis, ovarian cyst or rupture, constipation, or even generalized abdominal bloating that may appear more pronounced in that area.

The left side of your stomach is naturally larger than the right due to normal left-right asymmetry during embryonic gut development.

A larger appearance in the lower left side of the abdomen is typically due to abdominal bloating—often caused by gas, fluid buildup, or changes in bowel habits—which can make one area seem more distended.

Heartburn can feel different for people of different ages. Kids and teenagers can have heartburn that lasts longer and might continue as they grow up.

A typical heartburn episode can last from a few minutes to several hours, depending on various factors such as diet and individual health conditions.

You should be concerned about heartburn if it happens often or doesn't go away, as it might be a sign of a condition like GERD.

Gas trapped in your stomach or intestines can cause chest pain by creating pressure and discomfort in your chest area.

Not fully emptying the bowel can lead to gas buildup in the gut, which makes the belly feel bloated.

A feeling of blockage in the rectal area can be checked with tests that look at how your rectum works and can be treated through methods such as lifestyle changes, medications, or sometimes procedures to help with passing stool.

Incomplete bowel movements can be managed by making changes to diet, exercise, bathroom habits, and sometimes using medications or techniques to help the muscles work better.