In some cases, abdominal pain develops suddenly and improves over a short period of time without a clear diagnosis. The discomfort may be related to temporary irritation of the digestive system or other short-term changes within the body.

Common Symptoms

Symptoms of acute abdominal pain may include:

• sudden pain or discomfort in the abdomen
• cramping or aching sensation
• nausea
• vomiting
• bloating or feeling of fullness
• changes in bowel habits such as diarrhea or constipation

The pain may vary in intensity and may occur in different areas of the abdomen.

Possible Causes

Acute abdominal pain can be related to many different factors affecting the digestive system or nearby organs. These may include digestive upset, infection, inflammation, or temporary disturbances in the normal function of the stomach or intestines. In some cases the exact cause of the pain cannot be identified at the time symptoms occur.

Reference

Content adapted from information provided by Ontario Health – Health811:https://health811.ontario.ca/static/guest/medical-library/condition?name=acute%20abdominal%20pain%20without%20specific%20cause