How to ease stomach pain?

If the pain is mild, it might be due to indigestion from heavy, oily food. Try to stick to a simple, bland vegetarian diet of khichdi and curd for a day, and avoid any spices, tea, or coffee. Drinking warm fennel seed (saunf) water can also help relax your digestive system.

I had severe stomach cramps last week and panicked thinking it was a kidney stone, but it turned out to be just intense acidity. Try to drink some cold milk or take a simple antacid after checking with a doctor. Don't worry, just rest and see how it goes.

If the pain is due to minor bloating or gas, taking a very slow, gentle walk for 10 minutes can help move the trapped air. However, if the pain is severe, avoid any movement or stretching and rest in bed. Make sure to get a doctor's clearance before doing any core exercises.

For mild stomach cramps, keeping a warm hot water bag on your abdomen can help relax the smooth muscles of your gut. Make sure to stay hydrated with small sips of water. But if you have localized pain in the lower right abdomen or a fever, please visit a doctor immediately as it needs clinical evaluation.

Drinking warm ginger tea or chewing a few carom seeds (ajwain) with warm water can bring quick relief from gas-related stomach aches. But please remember, if the pain is very sharp, continuous, or if you start vomiting, stop these home tips and consult a doctor immediately.

I once ignored what I thought was normal stomach pain, and it ended up being a severe gallbladder infection that required emergency hospitalization. Please do not delay if the pain is intense, persistent, or spreads to your back. It is always better to get a proper ultrasound done early.