15. Do not overlook abdominal pain
Abdominal pain can be a very complex symptom sometimes. However, it is also common and not always associated with severe or chronic disease. Severe or sudden abdominal pain should be evaluated in the emergency room.
The same happens in long-standing and persistent abdominal pain not associated with bowel movements. Hepatitis, colon cancer, gallbladder stones, and other health problems should be ruled out in these cases.