Pelvic pain refers to pain in the abdomen below the belly
button. This pain can accompany a wide range of conditions. It
may be a harmless sign of fertility, a digestive disorder like
IBS, or a red flag for a life-threatening emergency. In the
slides ahead, we explore 18 causes of pelvic pain. But be sure
to see your doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment. This is
an inflammation of the appendix, a tube of tissue connected to
the large intestine. The symptoms include sharp pain in the
lower right abdomen, vomiting, and fever. If you have these
symptoms, go to the ER. An infected appendix must be surgically
removed or it will eventually burst, spreading the infection
within the abdomen. This can result in life-threatening
complications. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Irritable bowel
syndrome (IBS) is a chronic digestive disorder that causes
recurring belly pain, cramps, bloating, and diarrhea or
constipation. Doctors don't know what causes it, but there are
strategies to control the symptoms. These include