Stomach ache in the navel - such complaints, patients often impose. But pain is pain strife. For example, if the pain is acute and appeared suddenly, then you need to call an ambulance, and if less concerned about the intense pain constantly, it is necessary to refer to a gastroenterologist.

The pain is severe and sudden

Acute, sudden onset of abdominal pain suggests some acute disease. And as soon, on the basis of one survey found that hurts, is not always possible, this state has been called acute abdomen. It is accompanied by not only the pain but also the common grave condition.

The concept of "acute abdomen" may include any diseases of the abdominal cavity, requiring emergency surgery. Such diseases often include acute appendicitis, acute cholecystitis, acute pancreatitis and strangulated umbilical hernia Umbilical hernia: When the weakened abdominal muscles . Less common cause of acute abdominal pain Acute abdominal pain   a mesenteric vascular thrombosis of the abdominal cavity - a blockage of the blood vessels leads to necrosis of the intestine and the emergence of severe pain in the abdomen.

If the emergency doctor finds signs of acute abdomen, it also would not specify the diagnosis or to make any appointment, the patient simply immediately hospitalized.

In the hospital for further diagnosis will make emergency tests. But sometimes they do not clarify the diagnosis of disease, it is established only during surgery.

Aching or cramping appearing periodically or persistent pain

In order to understand what can be constantly sick in the navel, you represent, what organs are located in this area.

In the umbilicus located loops of small bowel, transverse colon (part colon), the back surface of the abdominal cavity adjacent the body of the pancreas. Finally, in the area of ​​navel can be an umbilical hernia, and somewhat lower - hernia of linea alba.

All arranged in the art organs may cause pain. For example, severe paroxysmal pain may develop due to improper digestion of food, which leads to increased flatulence, cramps in the intestines and acute paroxysmal pain - intestinal colic. These pain perfectly removed antispasmodics, for example but-shpoy which causes relaxation of smooth muscle of the intestine.

But this is not the way out. We need to see a doctor, get tested and find out the cause of digestive disorders. The reason can be any disease of the gastrointestinal tract - chronic pancreatitis, chronic enterocolitis, chronic cholecystitis and so on. Finally, often the cause of increased gas and colic is intestinal dysbiosis Intestinal dysbiosis - how dangerous it is? , Which in itself is not a disease, but it can be phonemes, which hurts the stomach at the navel and formed a variety of diseases of the digestive system.

Sometimes the pain may just give to the navel. For example, in hepatic or renal colic. The cause of this condition are the stones in the urinary and biliary system, overlapping path urine or bile. Stones can cause sharp spasm of the blood vessel walls of the ureter or the biliary tract (ischemia), accompanied by severe pain.

Quite often, pain in the navel may be due to helminthic invasion. Such pain and even intestinal blockage (ileus) can cause, such as roundworm. In children, stomach ache in the navel often against a background of giardiasis.

Constant aching pain in the navel can be a sign of cancer - growing tumor of the intestine or pancreas can gradually compress the nerve endings located in the surrounding tissues, and therefore stomach ache in the navel.

Stomach ache in the navel - what to do?

If the pain in the navel is not an accidental phenomenon, they appear periodically or continuously concerned, should see a doctor - GP or gastroenterologist. On the basis of the examination the doctor also did not immediately diagnosed, he will appoint inspection. And only by its results will be set accurate diagnosis and adequate treatment.

And do not expect that the doctor will prescribe pills, and they will immediately help. Chronic diseases of the digestive system requires proper nutrition Proper nutrition - the basic precepts of healthy food   and long-term care under the supervision of a physician.

Galina Romanenko

Pain in the back - a lot not only to older people with health problems; They often suffer from the young people who exercise regularly and do not have any serious diseases. What to do if the back pain?

Causes of Back Pain

Common causes of back pain are:

• Incorrect lifting and carrying heavy loads;
• Long stay in an uncomfortable position, especially - with bent back;
• Too sharp slopes;
• Excessive muscle tension;
• Stretching;
• Prolonged work in a sitting position;
• Performing repetitive movements for a long time.

The risk of back pain is increased by the following factors:

• Overweight - it is associated with excessive load on the spine, because of what may appear a variety of back problems;
• Smoking may cause damage to various tissues, which is why, among other things, sometimes appear back pain;
• Pregnancy, which, like excess weight causes an increase in the load on his back;
• Long-term use of medicines that weaken the bone, such as corticosteroids;
• Stress. It is believed that stress How to beat stress? Create an oasis   It causes the back muscle strain, because of what may eventually come back pain;
• Depression.

In relatively rare cases, causes of back pain are violations such as ankylosing spondylitis (ankylosing spondylitis), displacement of the spinal disc, sciatica.

What if the back pain - general advice

The following recommendations are in most cases significantly help to alleviate back pain.

• Do not try to "lie down"

Bed rest - not the best remedy for back pain. Many people who suffer from back pain, try to take a few days off, to spend these days in bed, or just as much rest after working in a horizontal position when they lie, pain weakens or disappears and they feel that since they help themselves . In fact, as shown by the results of several studies, people who are under a lot of back pain lie during wakefulness, suffer more intense pain than those who continue to actively move. For this reason, doctors do not recommend that patients complaining of back pain, bed rest for more than three days, and ideally should start moving as soon as possible.

• Continue to play sports

To some this may seem unlikely, but physical activity in most cases is one of the best remedies for back pain. Intensive power loads, of course, is best avoided, but brisk walking, yoga, swimming, go back to the benefit. The main thing - to avoid movements that cause severe pain, and the rest - you need to move more and sit less. Sport stimulates blood circulation, maintains muscle tone, accelerates the healing process of damaged tissues.

• Maintain good posture

Maybe back pain appeared after the next workout or workday, but the tension in the muscles, most likely, accumulated over the years, and one reason for this, it is likely could become poor posture. According to experts, more than half of the people have a certain postural problems, and they are every day cause completely non-functional back strain. The load on the spine and back muscles increases by approximately 50% only due to the fact that the wrong man leans over the sink when brushing your teeth or in the wrong sitting posture at the computer. In many cases, to get rid of back pain can be, just starting to monitor their posture.

• Contact your

Patients with chronic back pain requires an individual exercise plan, drawn up by an expert. There is no pill that can instantly magically save you from problems with his back. The best medicine in most cases - it is hard work and the patient physiotherapist to strengthen muscles and develop flexibility.

• Strengthen your abdominal muscles

Most people who suffer from back pain, will bring significant relief of severe abdominal muscles. While they are weak, other muscles, including the muscles of the back, you have to take over some of their functions to the human body in an upright position and properly deal with their problems. Strengthening the abdominal muscles, you can greatly relieve the back, relatively evenly distribute the load between the different muscle groups.

• Work on flexibility

The causes of back pain can be extremely intense and insufficiently flexible back muscles. After each workout, be sure to do stretching exercises Stretching exercises - Be careful , Focusing on the back.

• Do not rely on the support belt

Generally, you can wear them and even necessary - but only to people who are engaged in power sports, and only if certain exercises. If you wear them all day, no doubt, will feel relief, but this medal has a downside: the muscles, one of the most important task - to stabilize the trunk will weaken, and when you remove the belt, back pain can become even stronger .

• Sleep well

To night's rest it was really full, it is important not only to give a sufficient amount of sleep hours, and sleep in the correct position. Those who usually sleeps on his back, it is recommended to put a pillow under your knees high. If you sleep on your side, place a pillow between your knees. Both of these recommendations help to keep the spine in a neutral position. Do not sleep on your stomach - due to heavy rotation of the head and cervical spine back muscles tense up and not getting rest, even during sleep Dreams: how to understand our dreams . In addition, it is not recommended to sleep on the very soft mattresses - they are potentially harmful to everyone, and especially for those who suffer from chronic back pain.

• Quit smoking

Smoking harms not only easy, but also the back. Long-term observations have shown that smokers are more likely to suffer from back pain than those who do not have an addiction to smoking. Nicotine leads to a narrowing of the small blood vessels, because of which the soft tissue receives less blood as a consequence of various nutrients. Because of this, among other things, may be affected and back muscles.

• Get enough sleep

Pain is one of the most common causes of insomnia. Approximately 2/3 of people suffering from chronic back pain, complain of sleep problems; while experts say that regular lack of sleep leads to worsening of pain. For treatment to be effective, this vicious circle must be broken. There are a number of ways to improve sleep. Here are some of them:

1. Relaxation techniques Relaxation and stress - calm, not panic!   (meditation, yoga, breathing exercises);
2. Limiting caffeine intake;
3. Receiving hypnotic;
4. Walking in the fresh air before going to bed.