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What Causes Stomach Cramping?

I m 61, 5 4 145, experiencing stomach cramping, as if I have been punched in the gut right below sternum in the pit of my stomach. Has lasted for about 4 hrs today. I have been dx before w/ GERD, haven t eaten anything spicy, have a gluten-free diet for the most part, take no meds for anything, only vitamin supplements. Thoughts?
Wed, 28 Apr 2021
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Hello,

You have history of GERD 7 are on gluten free diet. Presently you have stomach cramping. Commonest cause of stomach cramping are indigestion, constipation, a stomach virus, IBS, food poisoning, IBS, etc. To get relieve you can take antacid, PPIs & stay well hydrated. Taking water will relieve symptoms faster. Anti-spasmodic, taken one stat when needed is equally effective.

Take food that is easy to digest for a couple of days. Avoid red meat, cheese, trans fat, spicy oily food for a couple of days. Taking boiled food & vegetarian food over non veg is still better. Take food good for the liver, take liver tonics. Stay away from addictions if any.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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What Causes Stomach Cramping?

Hello, You have history of GERD 7 are on gluten free diet. Presently you have stomach cramping. Commonest cause of stomach cramping are indigestion, constipation, a stomach virus, IBS, food poisoning, IBS, etc. To get relieve you can take antacid, PPIs & stay well hydrated. Taking water will relieve symptoms faster. Anti-spasmodic, taken one stat when needed is equally effective. Take food that is easy to digest for a couple of days. Avoid red meat, cheese, trans fat, spicy oily food for a couple of days. Taking boiled food & vegetarian food over non veg is still better. Take food good for the liver, take liver tonics. Stay away from addictions if any. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician