Lower Abdominal Pain FAQs
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5. Bladder Infection
A bladder infection can range from a dull ache and uncomfortable urination to debilitating pain that may lead to hospitalization. The pain is experienced in the lower abdomen and the back.
Other symptoms to look out for include frequent urination and foul-smelling urine. While mild infections may go away, more severe infections may require a course of antibiotics to clear up the infection. Plenty of water, cranberry juice and over-the-counter medication may relieve the symptoms temporarily.
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