How do you heal belly ache?
Home remedies:
- Rest and relaxation
- Warm compresses/heating pad
- Adequate hydration
- Peppermint
- Chamomile tea
- Probiotics
- Ginger
- Mint
- Fennel
- Coriander
- Cardamom
- Cinnamon
- Cumin
- Asafoetida (hing)
- Cloves
- Licorice root
- Marshmallow root
Dietary changes:
- Avoid foods trigger symptoms
- Small, frequent meals
- Bland Diet (BRAT diet consisting of Bananas, Rice, Applesauce, Toast; Low-Residue diet )
- Avoid caffeinated beverages
- Avoid alcohol
- Avoid tobacco products
- Limit consumption of fatty, greasy, sugary foods
Medications:
Over-the-counter medications such as antacids, anti-spasmodics, NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).
When to seek medical professional?
- Persistent or severe abdominal pain (lasting more than 24 hours)
- Signs of severe dehydration
- High fever (>101 F)
- Bloody or tarry stools
- Difficulty breathing
- Nausea and vomiting (especially if persistent)
- Changes in bowel habits (severe diarrhea or constipation)
- Abdominal distension and rigidity
- Pain radiating to the back, shoulder, or chest - this can signal a more serious medical condition like a heart attack
It's always recommended to consult a licensed healthcare professional or doctor for correct medical advice to identify the specific cause of bellyache and appropriate treatment plan..