Stomach Conditions

Struggling with stomach issues and not sure what you could be experiencing? Below are some of the symptoms and signs of stomach troubles which our Partner Doctors can assist you with within our GP Consult service:

Stomach aches:

• Abdominal pain or discomfort
• Cramping
• Bloating
• Gas
• Feeling of fullness

Nausea:

• Feeling queasy or sick to the stomach
• Sensation of needing to vomit
• Sweating
• Dizziness
• Loss of appetite

Vomiting:

• Forceful expulsion of stomach contents through the mouth
• Nausea preceding vomiting
• Abdominal contractions or retching
• Dehydration
• Weakness or fatigue

Diarrhea:

• Frequent, loose, or watery bowel movements
• Urgency to have a bowel movement
• Abdominal cramps or pain
• Bloating
• Nausea or vomiting

Constipation:

• Difficulty passing stool
• Infrequent bowel movements (less than three times a week)
• Straining during bowel movements
• Hard or lumpy stools
• Feeling of incomplete evacuation after a bowel movement

Bloating:

• Feeling of fullness or tightness in the abdomen
• Abdominal distention or swelling
• Gas and flatulence
• Discomfort or pain in the abdomen
• Belching or burping

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS):

• Abdominal pain or discomfort, typically relieved by a bowel movement
• Changes in bowel habits, such as diarrhea, constipation, or both
• Bloating and gas
• Mucus in the stool
• Feeling of incomplete evacuation after a bowel movement

Acid reflux:

• Heartburn, a burning sensation in the chest that often occurs after eating and may worsen when lying down or bending over
• Regurgitation of food or sour liquid
• Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)
• Coughing or wheezing
• Chest pain, especially if it worsens when lying down or bending over
• These symptoms can vary in severity and duration depending on the underlying cause and individual factors. It's important to consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment if you experience persistent or severe symptoms.

Updated on: 26/02/2024