What causes on and off stomach cramping?
Patient: I have a hx of acid reflux. Recently had some chest pain, radiating to back that was relieved when I sat forward so I thought it may be spasms of my esog. Then last Sunday I got sever cramping in my stomach. Very noisey and active. Stayed in mid stomach and did not move lower. I thought I had severe constipation. Took laxitive and enemas the next day and blockage was releived however I am still having cramping off and on. No fever, nausea, and had three bowel movements in the last 6 days but cramping still occuring but lighter. Shall I wait a bit longer to see if it goes away? Doctor: HiThanks for writing in HCMI need further information regarding 1.)your age 2.)how long you are suffering with this problem 3.)  any difficulty in passing stool/loose stools 4.) factors aggravating your symptoms 5.)any chronic analgesic intake history/alcoholic 6.)are u under any cardiac or anti hypertensive medications 7).any sudden weight loss 8.)about your appetite my advice is to dont take enema/laxatives without physician advice.my advise is to drink plenty of water,regularly timed food with every 3 hour interval but all in small quantity for eg 2-4 biscuits with adequate water and to avoid spicy and oily food,no alcohol,no coffee,no junk foods . my advise  to take diet rich in fibre content,green vegetables ,fruits., I would be glad to provide answers to any further queries.Thanks for using HMC Have a good day!Regards, Dr. V.KUMARAGURU general surgeon