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Why is my stomach painful and bruised?

Sunday morning i woke up and my lower stomach had a sharp pain … it went away but came back over the next few days … today i woke up and it was hurting in the same spot about 4 fingers to the right of my belly button .. now there is some light discoloration in the spot. I am not sure what it could be ?? it is a small yellowish bruise and the spot is tender to touch. any help … i feel stupid going to the clinic and explaining this as it is not hurting badly at all just a strange tender feeling but i am worried now as it has been quite a few days.

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Hi palmer007,

It sounds like appendicitis.

Symptoms of appendicitis may include

* pain in the abdomen, first around the belly button, then moving to the lower right area

* loss of appetite

* nausea

* vomiting

* constipation or diarrhea

* inability to pass gas

* low fever that begins after other symptoms

* abdominal swelling

Not everyone with appendicitis has all the symptoms. The pain intensifies and worsens when moving, taking deep breaths, coughing, or sneezing. The area becomes very tender. People may have a sensation called “downward urge,” also known as “tenesmus,” which is the feeling that a bowel movement will relieve their discomfort. Laxatives and pain medications should not be taken in this situation. Anyone with these symptoms needs to see a qualified physician immediately.

The location of your pain is the exact location of the appendix. I would go to a doctor ASAP.

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