Healthcare Providers in Mexico City

Stomach pain can originate from the stomach itself or surrounding organs, with causes ranging from benign (gastritis, indigestion) to serious (appendicitis, pancreatitis). Common causes include gastritis (stomach lining inflammation), peptic ulcers, gastroenteritis, food poisoning, gallbladder inflammation, pancreatitis, appendicitis, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, kidney stones, or gynecological issues in women. Travelers frequently experience stomach pain due to dietary changes, foodborne illness, stress, alcohol consumption, or medication effects. Medical attention is warranted for severe pain, pain with fever, persistent vomiting, bloody or black stools, abdominal distention, or signs of dehydration. Diagnosis typically involves thorough medical history, physical examination, laboratory tests, and sometimes imaging studies (ultrasound, CT scan, or endoscopy). Treatment depends entirely on the underlying cause but may include acid-reducing medications, antibiotics for infections, anti-spasmodics for cramping, IV fluids for dehydration, specific dietary modifications, or in some cases, surgical intervention. Mexico's private healthcare system often provides faster access to specialists and diagnostic testing than US emergency departments, with significantly lower costs for comprehensive evaluations—particularly valuable for complicated or persistent abdominal pain requiring multiple tests.