Upper abdominal pain can be no big deal—or it can merit a trip to the ER. Here's how experts say you can tell the difference.

Right side abdominal pain can be vague, and the specifics will help you find the right diagnosis, says Mia Finkelston, MD, a ...

If you’re experiencing mild hiatal hernia symptoms, your doctor might recommend a “wait and watch” approach along with ...

Upper abdominal surgical incisions result in significant pain during and after surgery. While neuraxial techniques are the ...

Even with a healthy lifestyle, it's hard to completely avoid gastrointestinal issues. But the good news is that when you are ...

Most stomach polyps are asymptomatic, meaning people do not know they have them until they have an endoscopy. Learn what is ...

Usually, the pain goes away within a few days or weeks. Acute pancreatitis is a sudden inflammation of the pancreas, located just behind the stomach. Most commonly, pancreatitis causes intense ...

A gallbladder ultrasound is a reliable way to diagnose gallstones. Learn what to know before the scan and what results ...