Understanding Abdominal Pain What Your Belly Is Trying to Tell You (Page 3 ) | May 21, 2025

Possible Causes:
Diverticulitis (especially in older adults)
Constipation
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Ovarian cysts (in females)
Tip: This area is a common site for bowel-related pain.
🔹 Center (Upper Middle Abdomen / Epigastric Area)
Possible Causes:
Acid reflux / GERD
Stomach ulcers
Pancreatitis
Heartburn
Pain feels like: burning or gnawing just under the ribs.
🔹 Center (Belly Button Area / Periumbilical)