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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Lisa Salmon

When should you see a doctor about stomach ache?

We all get tummy ache from time to time, and it’s usually a temporary discomfort that’s nothing to worry about.

The NHS says the most common causes of stomach ache are trapped wind, indigestion, constipation or a tummy bug. But very occasionally, stomach pain can be a sign of something more serious, and you shouldn’t just hope it goes away.

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