Section: Abdomen and Digestion
Lower abdominal pain
Also known as: Lower belly pain
Lower abdominal pain symptom guide: what it can mean, possible causes, and when to seek care. Educational only.
Overview
Pain in the lower abdomen can come from muscle strain, injury, or inflammation. In women, assessment may include reproductive health. This is general information only, not a diagnosis. Severe, sudden, or fever-related pain needs professional assessment.
Possible causes
- Muscle strain or posture
- Injury or overuse
- Joint inflammation
- Infection (less often)
When to see a doctor
See a clinic if lower abdomen pain is severe, limits activity, lasts a week, or comes with swelling/fever.
Related conditions
Sources
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