10 Common Causes of Upper Stomach Pain
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Appendicitis
Appendicitis is an inflammation caused by a blockage in the lining of the appendix. If left untreated, it will cause the appendix to burst, which can be life threatening.4‘Appendicitis’ Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 24 May 2019, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/appendicitis/symptoms-causes/syc-20369543#:~:text=
The onset of appendicitis could result in an individual experiencing a dull ache in the belly button area. As the infection progresses, this pain will move to the lower right side of the stomach. In most cases, doctors remove the appendix to eliminate the problem.
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