A man has a pain in his lower abdomen: what is it. What organs cause pain

Lower abdominal pain in men is a symptom that indicates malfunctioning of the organs of various body systems. To make an accurate diagnosis and take appropriate treatment measures, it is necessary to assess the nature of the pain sensations, determine their location, take into account other changes in well-being and consider possible causes phenomena.

What organs can hurt

The lower abdomen is the area where different body systems are located. The table shows the organs, due to the dysfunction of which pain occurs, and their location.

Table. Organ Locations

Location	Organ
On right	- appendix; - the area of ​​the right ureter; - the cecum and small intestine.
Left	- the ureter; - rectum and sigmoid colon; - loops of the small intestine.
Centre	- loops of the small intestine; - the bladder and the end of the ureters; - prostate; - seminal vesicles.

Important! The pain can be given to other areas of the abdomen or have a shingles in nature, but it will be felt most strongly in one area.

Causes of lower abdominal pain in men, not related to diseases

Sometimes pain is provoked by negative factors that are not related to diseases:

• hypothermia;
  

  Hypothermia

• alcohol abuse;
  

  Alcohol addiction can lead to abdominal pain

• excessive physical activity (lifting weights, etc.);
  

  Due to excessive physical exertion, pain in the lower abdomen occurs

• the use of expired, low-quality or other products dangerous to the body.
  

  Eating expired foods can lead to common digestive upset and, as a result, stomach pain.

If the pain was caused by one of the listed provocateurs, it is necessary to limit its effect on the body. If you ignore this rule, there is a high risk of developing diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, spine and inflammatory processes.

Diseases provoking pain in the lower abdomen in men

Each of the diseases that cause discomfort in the lower abdomen in men has certain symptoms and features. These include diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, male reproductive system and dysfunction of other organs located in the locations of pain.

Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract

The group of diseases of the digestive system that cause pain in the lower abdomen in men includes:

• gastritis. Nausea after eating, heaviness in the stomach, stool disturbances and heartburn indicate the presence of this disease. Pain in the lower abdomen bothers a few minutes after eating;
  

  Causes and symptoms of gastritis

• spleen abscess. Vomiting and nausea, fever, pain in the left abdomen are the main symptoms. The same symptomatology is observed with acute enlargement of the spleen;
• spleen infarction. Pain in the left side of the abdomen is pronounced and increases with any movement;
  

  Spleen infarction

• spleen volvulus. With the disease, the general state of health sharply worsens, bloating occurs, and the pain syndrome descends from the left upper abdomen to the lower;
• nonspecific ulcerative colitis. With the disease, the pain increases from mild to cramping, diarrhea and occasional vomiting disturb;
  

  Ulcerative colitis

• diverticulitis. The disease is accompanied by constipation, chills and fever;
• polyposis. The proliferation of the mucous membrane in the intestine is indicated by cramping abdominal pain, constipation, mucus in the stool and bleeding from the anus;
  

  Polyposis

• Crohn's disease. Symptoms of the disease are aching pains in different areas of the abdomen and joints, diarrhea, general weakness and loss of appetite.

Important! Pain in the lower abdomen is also troubling with appendicitis. It is acute and is accompanied by repeated vomiting. If you suspect appendicitis, you need to urgently call an ambulance.

Diseases of the male reproductive system

Diseases of the reproductive system are characterized by violations of the genital organs. Diseases of the male reproductive system include:

• prostatitis. In the acute form or exacerbation of a chronic disease, erection is disturbed, urination occurs with delay, frequent urge to use the toilet, and the pain is of a stabbing nature and is felt in the genital area organs;
  

  Prostatitis

• BPH. With the disease, the frequent urge to urinate disturbs even at night. Urination is painful;
  

  BPH

• prostate cancer. In the initial stage, only symptoms of prostatitis are observed, with the development of the disease, weight decreases, there is heaviness in the chest and pain in the bones (pelvis, spine);
  

  Stages of prostate cancer

• vesiculitis. With inflammation of the seminal vesicles, there is blood in the semen, urination is painful and an erection is accompanied by unpleasant sensations. The pain in the lower abdomen is worse with a bowel movement.
  

  Vesiculitis

Attention! Sexually transmitted infections (chlamydia, syphilis, candidiasis, gonorrhea, mycoplasmosis) also become causes of pain in the lower abdomen. Symptoms include penile discharge, urinary dysfunction, and inflammation.

Other diseases

Sometimes lower abdominal pain in men occurs due to diseases of the urinary system:

• cystitis. Inflammatory processes in the bladder are characterized by cramps during urination, turbidity of urine and aching pains in the lower abdomen. In case of untimely treatment of the disease, vomiting and fever are possible;
  

  Cystitis is manifested by sharpness and pain when urinating.

• bladder cancer. Symptoms of the disease are similar to those of cystitis, but they are more intense. Pain medications for bladder cancer are either of little or no benefit.
  

  Bladder cancer

Although pain in kidney dysfunction is usually felt in the lower back, it can radiate to the abdomen. These symptoms indicate kidney disease:

• heat;
• urine with a strong, unpleasant odor, bloody discharge, or mucus;
  

  Blood in the urine is a sign of serious kidney disease

• decrease or increase in the amount of urine;
• pain in the lumbar region.
  

  Low back pain is also evidence of kidney disease.

Important! If the pain has a paroxysmal sharp character and is poorly tolerated in any position, it was caused by renal colic. In such cases, urgent medical attention is required.

If pain occurs in the absence of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, male genital organs, urinary system and factors that negatively affect the body, there is a high probability of having problems spine.

The following signs indicate them:

• exacerbation of pain in the evening and at night;
• increased discomfort during stress and pressure on the spine;
• localization of pain in one area;
• numbness of the right or left leg.

Attention! With diseases of the spine, there are no unpleasant symptoms from the digestive and urinary systems.

Diagnostics and treatment

Before starting treatment, it is necessary to analyze all the symptoms accompanying pain in the lower abdomen. If you suspect a violation of the functioning of the organs of the genitourinary system, you should contact a urologist or nephrologist, and a gastroenterologist helps to eliminate the problems of the gastrointestinal tract.

Accurate diagnosis in stationary conditions in the near future after the detection of symptoms is one of the keys to a speedy recovery and the absence of complications. After examination and passing the necessary tests, specialists will draw up a suitable treatment regimen. Taking medications of your own choice is highly discouraged.

When you need to see a doctor urgently

In some cases, lower abdominal pain in men indicates the need for urgent medical attention. An ambulance is required if at least one of a number of concomitant symptoms is present:

• the duration of the pain syndrome for more than an hour and its progress;
  

  If painful sensations last more than an hour, you need to call an ambulance

• a sharp increase in pain with any movement and cough;
• changes in blood pressure;
  

  If blood pressure is critically increased or decreased, urgent medical attention is needed.

• heart palpitations;
• nausea;
  

  Nausea along with abdominal pain should alert

• a sharp general deterioration in well-being;
• clouding of consciousness;
  

  If you have a light-headed state, you need to urgently call an ambulance.

• black feces with blood clots.

Important! Constipation, accompanied by bloating, is also an alarming symptom. They can be caused by intestinal obstruction.

What to do with severe pain in the lower abdomen

Competently provided first aid is one of the keys to a favorable outcome. If you find alarming symptoms, you need to take these measures before calling an ambulance:

• provide peace and fresh air in the room. It is necessary to ventilate the room and lie down in a comfortable position;
  

  Provide fresh air

• take a pain reliever. "No-shpa", "Nurofen" - suitable drugs;
  

  "No-Shpa" will help relieve pain

• moisten the mouth and tongue. Eating food and liquids prior to the arrival of an ambulance is not recommended.
  

  You can take a couple of sips of water to moisten your mouth.

Attention! Self-medication, which involves taking any drugs other than painkillers, is unacceptable. Using medication before being seen by a specialist can make the situation worse.

Treatment of diseases, the symptom of which is lower abdominal pain, should be started immediately after diagnosis. If the symptom in the form of pain often makes itself felt, the disease progresses. The sooner treatment begins, the higher the likelihood of avoiding complications and surgery.

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