Abdominal pain - when to call an ambulance?

Abdominal pain - when to call an ambulance?

Abdominal pain is a common complaint.

However, in some cases this discomfort is serious and requires a doctor's consultation.

Call an emergency ambulance or take the patient to the emergency department of the clinic in time if the abdominal pain is acute and is caused by:

  •  Trauma, such as an accident or injury
  •  Pressure or pain in your chest

Have someone drive you to urgent care or the emergency room if you have:

  •  Severe pain
  •  Fever
  •  Bloody stools
  •  Persistent nausea and vomiting
  •  Weight loss
  •  Skin that appears yellow
  •  Severe tenderness when you touch your abdomen
  •  Swelling of the abdomen

Schedule a doctor's visit

In order to avoid any possible complications, if you are worried about the symptom and the
abdominal pain continues for several days, it is recommended to consult a doctor.

Source:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/abdominal-pain/basics/when-to-see-doctor/sym-
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