Causes of stomach pain and chills
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Common Infectious Causes of Stomach Pain and Chills
Stomach pain and chills often occur together in several infectious diseases. Gastrointestinal infections, such as those caused by bacteria or viruses, can lead to sudden onset of abdominal cramping, chills, fever, vomiting, and diarrhea. These symptoms are frequently seen in cases of foodborne illness or gastroenteritis, where the body reacts to infection with both local (stomach pain) and systemic (chills, fever) symptoms .
Malaria, a mosquito-borne disease, can also present with stomach pain as a primary complaint, followed by fever, chills, headache, and muscle pain. The chills in malaria are typically associated with fever spikes and are a hallmark of the disease’s progression .
Rare and Severe Causes: Emphysematous Gastritis and Renal Abscess
Some rare but serious conditions can also cause stomach pain and chills. Emphysematous gastritis is a severe infection of the stomach wall by gas-forming bacteria. It presents with abdominal pain, vomiting, and chills, and is often seen in patients with underlying health issues or immunodeficiency. This condition is life-threatening and requires prompt medical attention .
A renal abscess, which is a complication of kidney infection (pyelonephritis), can also cause high fever, cold chills, and stomach pain. This is more common in children and can be identified by imaging studies. Quick recognition and antibiotic treatment are crucial for recovery .
Inflammatory Syndromes: Fitz-Hugh-Curtis Syndrome
Fitz-Hugh-Curtis syndrome is a rare inflammatory condition, mostly affecting women, that involves the lining of the stomach and tissues around the liver. It is often a complication of pelvic inflammatory disease. Symptoms include severe upper abdominal pain, fever, chills, headache, and a general feeling of being unwell. This syndrome may require antibiotics or, in some cases, surgical intervention if symptoms do not improve .
Conclusion
Stomach pain and chills can be caused by a range of conditions, from common infections like gastroenteritis and malaria to rare but serious diseases such as emphysematous gastritis, renal abscess, and Fitz-Hugh-Curtis syndrome. Prompt recognition and appropriate treatment are important, especially for severe or persistent symptoms Metzler2021Gunasekaran2022Bast2011+2 MORE.
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S3143 A Rare Diagnosis of Emphysematous Gastritis Successfully Treated Medically
Emphysematous gastritis can be successfully treated with medical management, such as pantoprazole, Zosyn, IV fluids, and bowel rest, reducing abdominal pain and promoting early medical intervention.
[Pyelonephritis with renal abscess in a child].
A renal abscess can complicate pyelonephritis in children, with symptoms including high fever, cold chills, stomach pain, groin pain, weight loss, and clinical deterioration during treatment.
A Case Report on Malaria
The 24-year-old woman's condition improved after receiving proper therapy, including Iv fluids, Doxycycline, and calcium tablets, due to malaria.
Phlegmonous Gastritis in a Bariatric Patient After Sleeve Gastrectomy
Phlegmonous gastritis can develop after sleeve gastrectomy, causing upper gastrointestinal symptoms and fever, and can be managed successfully with CT-guided drainage and antibiotics.
Rare, Overlooked, or Underappreciated Causes of Recurrent Abdominal Pain: A Primer for Gastroenterologists.
Gastroenterologists often overlook or underestimate rare but diagnosable causes of recurrent abdominal pain, potentially affecting diagnosis and patient outcomes.
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