Abdominal pain is considered chronic if it lasts for more than three months.
The pain may be constant or it can come and go over the three-month period or longer.
There are many health conditions, both mild and more severe, that can lead to chronic abdominal pain.
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Because of that, it can be easy to misdiagnose the ailment.
However, those types are not considered chronic and are natural.
Certain conditions likeanxietycan cause extreme gastrointestinal symptoms.
Other tests could includeX-rays,magnetic resonance imaging (MRI),andcolonoscopy/endoscopy.
You should always seek care when experiencing an onset of intense pain that doesnt go away.
Remedies may differ depending on cause.
Based on your health history and symptoms, they will help direct you to the right specialists.
Its vital to rule out any severe conditions by seeing the appropriate specialist who will run adequate testing.
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