Creator: Dr. Simi Paknikar
Keywords: Symptoms of Abdominal Pain, Reference,Telemedicine consult for Abdominal Pain, tele-consult Abdominal Pain, tele-consult appointment

Written by Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Nithin Jayan, MBBS, DNB

Last Updated on Sep 16, 2019

References for Abdominal Pain - Symptom Evaluation

Author: Dr. Simi Paknikar

Editor: Dr. Nithin Jayan

Technically Checked by: Rasal

Published on Dec 05, 2011
Last Updated on Sep 16, 2019

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dillonsword Monday, September 10, 2012

Can abdominal pain be caused by nerves as a result of long-term narcotic use? If so, how is this treated?

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