Should I be worried about abdominal pain?

If you have persistent or acute abdominal pain, see your doctor. This could be a sign of appendicitis or possibly - though not often - appendix cancer. Depending on the cause of the pain, appendectomy or medication could help treat your symptoms. Other possible causes are hernia, kidney stones, IBS, diverticulitis, and irritable bowel syndrome. Be aware of all your symptoms to help your doctor make an accurate dianosis.