What Causes Body Pains?

Pain occurs in the body when the immune system tries to fight the cause of the pain. It also signals the need to see a doctor. You might be diagnosed with an unexpected disease just because of a body pain.

Chest Pains:

Severe pain can be felt on the left side of your chest. It makes breathing difficult for a while. When you finally inhale, a bubble burst is felt and the pain disappears. This condition is not uncommon. It is called Precordial Catch Syndrome. It can occur at any age and very frequently. It is not dangerous. However, it can signal a serious health problem. If the pain keeps recurring and you tend to have a fever or cough most of the time, see a doctor to make sure it is not something serious.

Back Pains:

Pain can be caused in the upper part of your back in case of a heart attack or a herniated disc. The middle part of your back can also become painful if you have pneumonia. Gall stones can also cause it. Sharp pains in the lower-back are mostly caused by a bowel obstruction or appendicitis. In any case, back pains should not be ignored. Like all other body pains, back pains also indicate that you are suffering from a potentially serious medical problem and it is better to call a doctor immediately.

Finger Pains:

Sharp pain in one or more fingers can be related to an injury or an underlying condition. They can be caused by arthritis, nerve problems, injury and blood flow problems. Sharp finger pain occurs mostly when you try to open or close your fingers. Excessive manual work involving the use of hands can be a common reason for the discomfort. Try to avoid any activity that contributes to the pain and call a doctor if the pain is constant even after a week.

Pelvic Pains:

Sharp pain can be felt in the pelvic area due to a problem in the digestive system or the reproductive system. Acute pelvic pain is caused by one problem whereas chronic pelvic pain can be caused by more than one underlying condition. Women can have such pains during their menstrual cycle or pregnancy. Pelvic pain can also take place due to a sexually transmitted disease. Benign growth in the reproductive system can also cause pelvic pain while urinating. Prostate cancer is also linked with chronic pelvic pain. In any case, call a doctor as soon as you experience abnormal pelvic pains. You might have a serious medical problem.

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