What may be causing my sharp stomach pains? Sharp stomach pains can be caused by a variety of illnesses or disease’s. The most common type of sharp stomach pains are caused by gas. Gas causes stomach pain in infants as well as adults. If seen by a doctor for severe stomach pain caused by gas, a change in diet may be suggested. Many of the foods people eat will increase the amount of sharp stomach pains individuals encounter. Foods such as broccoli, eggs and many dairy products cause sharp pains from gas.

Can the Flu cause sharp stomach pain? Sharp stomach pains can also be caused by stomach viruses or a stomach flu. This type of sharp stomach pain may be accompanied by feelings of nausea or diarrhea. If the sharp stomach pain is caused by a virus or flu the symptoms should subside within a few days after the virus has run its course. A fever may also be present when experiencing a virus that causes sharp stomach pains.

I have pain on the right side that causes sharp stomach pains, what can it be? Sharp stomach pains that tend to move to the lower right side of the body can be symptoms of appendicitis and should be checked out by a physician as soon as possible. Many children, especially boys, are prone to have sharp stomach pains during an attack of appendicitis. This can be a life threatening condition in adults and especially in children, so it is best to be seen by a physician as soon as possible.

I have sharp stomach pains after eating, why? Overeating can cause the stomach to experience sharp pains also. When you overeat you stretch the walls of your stomach which causes sharp pains. If you experience this type of sharp stomach pain it might be helpful to eat smaller portions of food in several settings instead of overly large meals. Hunger can also cause sharp stomach pains, so eating a balanced diet is very important for good stomach health.

When I eat certain foods I have sharp stomach pains. What causes it? Allergies to foods can cause sharp stomach pains as well. If you eat a food that causes your body to react to it as an allergen you may experience these types of stomach pains. Some of the most common foods that cause allergic reactions and sharp stomach pains are peanuts, dairy products and seafood.

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