Various conditions can cause pain in the abdomen and back. These include menstrual pain, endometriosis, kidney stones, and pancreatitis. More serious causes include a kidney infection or appendicitis.

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Lower abdominal pain is commonly caused by trapped gas or indigestion. Less commonly, lower abdominal pain can be a symptom of a more serious issue, like a kidney infection or a twisted bowel. Lower ...

If the cyst is small and the imaging test results are cancerous, the doctor may perform a laparoscopy (a small incision in the lower abdomen) as a surgical procedure to remove the cyst. If the cyst is ...

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The stool that does pass is usually hard, dry, and pebble-like. Constipation can cause pain—often sudden and sharp—in the belly button area as well as the lower abdomen. With constipation, you might ...