What is the most common cause of upper abdominal pain?
Upper abdomen pain can be a result of a range of illnesses, from gas and indigestion to more serious disorders including the liver or pancreas. The discomfort can be minor, extreme, or inconsistent. If you experience persistent abdominal pain that exacerbates over time, you need to seek medical attention right away. Inflammation of the gallbladder (cholecystitis) is the most common diagnosable cause of pain in the right upper quadrant. Cholecystitis usually occurs when the main opening to the gallbladder becomes blocked, either by a gallstone or biliary sludge.
Why am I having sharp stabbing pains in my upper stomach?
Sharp upper abdominal pain can be caused by problems with organs like your stomach, gallbladder, liver, or pancreas, including inflammation, blockages, or infections. Kidney pain is usually felt in your side or back, near or just below your ribs, and often comes in sharp bursts, unlike other types of belly pain.