The human body is a complex system. The manifestation of pain in any organ should immediately alert a person. Because she doesn't just show up. In this case, pain is a symptom indicating a failure. How to determine in which organ the pathology develops? This will be indicated by a combination of factors. Only a doctor can understand what torments a patient by conducting an examination. Therefore, the conclusion suggests itself: if something hurts, you don’t have to look for a “magic” pill, but it’s better to immediately seek qualified help.
So, having understood that pain is not an independent disease, it is important to understand: stopping it will not allow you to get rid of problems. After taking special drugs (antispasmodics), relief will come only for a while, but then the syndrome will return and in most cases will be even more intense.
The strong half of humanity rarely pays attention to poor he alth, as they believe that getting sick is the lot of the weak. It is easier for them to take a pill than to see a doctor. However, inthis hides the gravity of the situation. The fact is that if there are pains in the navel area in men, then the reasons can be both trifling and very serious. The latter include tumors, appendicitis and other diseases that pose a threat to life. If they are not treated on time, but only suppressed with painkillers, painkillers can even lead to death.
Pain in the navel may appear for banal reasons. For example, after eating stale food, dirty vegetables, fruits, or if you do not wash your hands before eating. Most often, in this case, to improve well-being, it is enough to drink activated charcoal and everything will pass.
Based on this, it is almost impossible to independently determine the cause of pain. To do this, you will need to undergo a medical examination, and based on its results, begin treatment. The information in this article is for guidance only. They will help to understand the causes of pain near the navel.
Important aspects
Pain in the navel area in a man does not occur by itself. Naturally, it is caused by some kind of inflammatory processes. Is it possible to independently determine the complexity of the situation? Yes, but it's still not worth the risk. In order for everything to be in order with he alth, it is better to trust professionals. At the doctor's appointment, you will need to tell the following:
- when discomfort appeared, how it happened - gradually or suddenly;
- how long does it takespasm;
- is there an increase in its intensity;
- what kind of pain by nature (acute, cutting, sharp, pulling);
- where localized;
- does pain radiate to other areas;
- whether the appearance is associated with certain factors (overeating, physical activity);
- whether pain medication was taken, was there a reaction.
When to see a doctor
Let's look at the symptoms that should never be delayed.
- There was an unbearable sharp pain in the navel area.
- Men of all ages experience spikes in blood pressure.
- Intensity of pain spasms does not decrease after taking analgesics.
- There is general weakness, dizziness, pale skin.
- There is blood in urine and feces.
- Frequent fainting.
- Problems with urination, constipation.
- Pain gets worse over time.
If all these symptoms are observed in a man, you should immediately call an ambulance.
Causes of pain in the navel area in men
Given where the pain is localized and to which areas it spreads, several reasons can be identified.
- Gastrointestinal problems. If discomfort occurs in the abdomen, localized in the navel, then intestinal pathologies can cause them. This area contains both the large intestine and the small intestine. It is failures in these organs that can cause pain in the navel in men. The reasons:obstruction, constipation, Crohn's disease, herniation or tumor, appendicitis, irritable bowel syndrome.
- Problems with the genitals. Untidy sensations can occur not only in the navel, but also in the scrotum, in the lower abdomen, perineum. These spasms are called reflected. Pathological processes in the prostate gland, tumor, inflammation of the testicles and seminal vesicles can cause them.
- Problems of the urinary system. Painful spasm in the navel is a symptom of the following diseases: urolithiasis, pyelonephritis, urethritis, cystitis.
If pain occurs around the navel
In most cases, pain around the navel in men is caused by the small intestine. It is attached to the intestines by means of a neurovascular bundle. In medicine, the mesentery is called. The intestine is connected with the central nervous system, therefore, in pathologies, it causes pain spasm.
Pain in the navel in a man occurs with the following diseases:
- Eunit. With this pathology, an inflammatory process occurs in the small intestine. Its development can provoke bacterial and viral diseases. These include: rotavirus, salmonellosis, enteroinfections, escherichiosis, typhus. Symptoms are manifested not only by pain, but also by diarrhea with a pronounced unpleasant odor. Liquefaction of feces occurs in the upper part of the small intestine. This leads to the fact that a person loses a lot of fluid. Naturally, the state of he alth worsens significantly, weakness, loss of appetite appear. Pain spasm in this disease is paroxysmal andsharp character. In terms of intensity, it is quite strong. May intensify over time. Short-term relief occurs after a bowel movement. Given the nature of the disease, treatment of patients is carried out in infectious diseases departments. Therapy includes taking antibiotics and antiviral drugs. With severe dehydration, the patient is prescribed droppers. Determination of the presence of infection in the body is carried out by examining feces.
- Mesenteric thrombosis. With this disease, there is a strong cutting pain in the navel area. Men will also show other symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Mesenteric thrombosis occurs due to blockage of blood vessels. But they are the ones that feed the intestines. The formed thrombus interferes with the flow of blood, this leads to the gradual death of the organ. This process is accompanied by severe squeezing pain. The treatment of this disease is quite long. It is carried out only by surgery. During the operation, the dead part of the intestine is removed.
- Umbilical hernia. This pathology rarely occurs in adults. Manifested by the formation of bumps on the navel. Pain spasm is not strong, but can increase significantly after exercise. An umbilical hernia is formed due to the fact that the thin part of the intestine penetrates under the skin through a hole in the peritoneum. It is able to increase with pressure, for example, after overeating or during a cough. With the formation of a hernia, the patient is recommended surgery. Surgeons install a special mesh that will hold the intestines. After operationalintervention, a man will need to limit physical activity, diet and watch his stool (prevent constipation).
- Irritable bowel syndrome. This diagnosis implies the absence of pathological processes, but the person suffers from symptoms. These include severe pain in the navel that appears after eating, upset stool. Therapy in each case is carried out individually. For example, with diarrhea, the doctor selects a specific diet, and with constipation, he prescribes laxatives. Considering that pain can be aggravated during times of stress, it is recommended to take sedatives.
It hurts to the right of the navel
Why is there pain in the navel area on the right side of a man? The most common cause is in the large and small intestines. Pathological processes can be both chronic and acute forms. Doctors pay attention to the totality of symptoms and, based on them, treatment is prescribed. So, let's see what diseases cause pain to the right of the navel.
- Inflammation of the caecum. This pathology is often diagnosed in men. Anatomically, the caecum is located just on the right side of the abdomen. The inflammatory process in it can cause infections such as salmonella, escherichia, shigella. The pain syndrome is characterized by an acute paroxysmal character. In addition to this symptom, the man has diarrhea, which leads to dehydration. The diagnosis is made by an infectious disease specialist or a gastroenterologist. Availabilitythe inflammatory process is determined by a blood test. At the slightest suspicion, the doctor also prescribes bakposev to determine the pathogen. They may do a colonoscopy. The choice of medicines occurs depending on the type of bacteria that have become the source of inflammation. As a rule, antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are used for treatment.
- Appendicitis. If severe pain appears on the right side, vomiting opens, then you should immediately contact the emergency department or call an ambulance. After the examination, the doctor will prescribe an examination. In most cases, a blood test can confirm the diagnosis. During the day (the time interval depends on the condition of the patient), an operation is performed. Antibiotics are prescribed after it.
- Cholelithiasis. Paroxysmal sharp pain in the navel in men occurs with inflammation of the gallbladder. Provokes this pathology malnutrition, bad habits, in particular alcohol. The inflammation worsens after the patient eats something fried or fatty. An attack of biliary colic is diagnosed by a surgeon. With a combination of symptoms, the doctor prescribes an ultrasound. This study will help determine the presence of stones in the gallbladder. To improve the quality of life of a person, antispasmodics are prescribed before the operation - "No-shpa", "Papaverine" and other drugs.
It hurts to the left of the navel
Pain to the left of the navel in men appears due to the development of pathological processes in the descending colon or sigmoid colon. Byby and large, they can be provoked by all organs located on the left side of the abdomen. In addition to the above, the duodenum is also located here.
- Sigmoiditis. In this disease, the inflammatory process develops in sigma. It is caused by Escherichia and Shigella bacteria. Also, men can develop pathology of a non-infectious nature. She is autoimmune. For example, in Crohn's disease, discomfort is localized not only on the left. They spread and capture other areas - there is pain under the navel. Men are also often diagnosed with ulcerative colitis. This disease is manifested by the same symptoms. The nature of the pain spasm is paroxysmal. In terms of intensity, it is quite strong. The stool becomes liquid, blood streaks appear in it. A colonoscopy will be required to diagnose sigmoiditis.
- Descending colon. In men, pain in the navel region with a shift to the left causes polyps and tumors of the descending intestine. The latter is located above the sigmoid, therefore, during inflammation, discomfort is localized only on this side. If the cause of the pain is a tumor, then there will be no stool for several days. The stomach will swell. With such symptoms, you should immediately go to the hospital. There they will conduct an examination (ultrasound, colonoscopy) and prescribe an operation. Surgery involves the removal of the affected area of the intestine and the neoplasm itself.
Pain at the bottom of the navel in men
She appears for several reasons. Most often they are provoked by inflammatory processes,developing in the bladder or rectum.
- Pyelonephritis. Kidney disease. With this pathology, at first the pain is concentrated in the lumbar region, a little later it spreads to other areas, in particular the lower abdomen. There may be an increase in temperature.
- Cystitis. With this disease, inflammation occurs directly in the bladder itself. Accompanied by pain when urinating.
- Urethritis. In this disease, the inflammatory process develops in the urethra. There is not only pain in the abdomen below the navel in men, but also in the perineum.
- Inflammation of the rectum. The process can develop in the distal or terminal areas. Pain is manifested by spasms, can periodically subside, then increase again. Problems with the rectum is also caused by an autoimmune disease. With it, in addition to pain, blood discharge in the feces and fever are often observed. To make a diagnosis, a blood test is required.
It hurts higher
In men, pain in the navel and above appears due to problems with the stomach or upper intestines. As a rule, this symptom signals the following diseases:
- gastritis;
- gastric ulcer;
- enteritis.
If the cause of pain syndromes is the stomach, then the man will also feel nausea and heartburn. These symptoms are characteristic of gastritis and ulcers. The diagnosis is made by gastroenterologists. After it is confirmedprescribed medication and a strict diet. With gastritis, it is necessary to take Omeprazole, Ranitidine, Almagel and other antacids and antisecretory drugs.
Enteritis is a disease in which the small intestine becomes inflamed. In most cases, infections are the cause. In addition to pain spasms, stool disorders and fever are observed. To make a diagnosis, you will need to take a stool test. In the laboratory, culture is done to determine the type of pathogen. The presence of an inflammatory process can be determined by a blood test. Treatment is carried out using antiseptic, antiviral drugs, as well as antibiotics.
Diagnosis
If pain in the navel area in men does not go away within a few days, then you will definitely need to contact the clinic for examination and finding out the reasons. For starters, you can make an appointment with a therapist. He will conduct an examination, and if necessary, he will refer you to narrow-profile doctors (gastroenterologist, surgeon, urologist). In no case should you self-medicate, as pain in the navel can be a symptom of a rather serious disease that is life-threatening.
During the examination, the doctor will palpate the abdomen. This is necessary to accurately determine the location of pain localization. Based on this information, a preliminary diagnosis will be made. To confirm it, you need to undergo a comprehensive examination. It can enter:
- urine, blood and stool tests;
- ultrasound;
- urethrocystoscopy;
- irrigography;
- sigmoidoscopy;
- excretory urography;
- colonoscopy.
The choice of treatment regimen depends on the results of the examination. In some cases, drug therapy may be used, and in serious cases, only surgery.
Prevention
In men, pain below the navel, on the left, on the right, in the upper abdomen is better to prevent than to treat later. First of all, it is recommended to monitor your diet. Of course, you should not go on diets, but it is advisable to reconsider a diet in which there are a lot of fried and fatty foods. Every day a man should eat enough fruits and vegetables. You also need to take care of the order of the day: spend more time outdoors, walk, ride a bike. Do not neglect the rules of hygiene. Wash hands thoroughly, handle food, keep dishes clean. And most importantly, completely abandon street food.
