i have a sudden pinching pain 2 inches to the left of my belly button...and im having a b-day party in a few days! it would be very unfortunate to have an apendectamy on my b-day! help!
2007-04-19 11:47:31 · 7 answers · asked by liz23xo1 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
this is not appendicitis, it's probably coming from your intestines. If you've been constipated it would cause a cramping in the intestines. If this is the case use a fiber powdered supplement twice daily and eat lots of fresh fruit. Be sure you drink at least eight glasses of water a day.
2007-04-19 12:04:31 · answer #1 · answered by Cherokee Billie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"Always" is right. The appendix is really low on the groin and on the right. In early stages it won't hurt unless you press on it, and it doesn't feel like a pinch. Another early symptom is nausea. The only thing 2 inches to the left of your navel is your stomach. Serious stomach problems don't feel like a pinch, but if it persists have it checked out. You may ruin your B-Day, but it won't be because of an appendectomy. Hope this helps.
2007-04-19 12:04:25 · answer #2 · answered by Pete 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you could.
There is a very rare condition where literally your organs are in mirror position. I have known a person to have this and appendicitis was misdiagnosed because of it. Mind you, this is EXTREMELY rare. It is probably something else, but if you've never had a CAT scan or MRI on your internal organs (I'm not a doctor, maybe you shouldn't get one), you might want to get that checked out.
I wouldn't worry too much, just schedule a doctor's appointment if it persists
2007-04-19 12:48:29 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most likely, the source of the pain is your intestines. You may want to see a doctor to see if you have IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) if the pain persists. I have the pain in the same exact place, and fiber supplements, plus water, plus changes in my diet have helped tremendously. But you'll need a doctor to get an image of your abdomen to find out for sure. If it is IBS, go to helpforibs.com. It has great diet and supplement advice.
2007-04-19 13:14:32 · answer #4 · answered by Carolyn R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Weird...I was just looking up info for pain in about the same spot...and likewise b-day in a few days...
Luckily I think appendicitis pain is generally on the right side. *whew*
2007-04-19 12:12:16 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope
2007-04-19 11:50:40 · answer #6 · answered by Always Right 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
darlin, you sound like a young lady, this could be a problem with your ovary, could be you are ovulating, and no, it isnt going to ruin your birthday..appendicitis it aint, more than likely a ''female'' pain.and Happy Birthday..go out and have a blast
2007-04-19 12:45:00 · answer #7 · answered by judy c 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋