Organs of the abdomen include the stomach, small intestine, colon, liver, gallbladder, spleen, and pancreas. Abdominal pain can range in intensity from a mild stomach ache to severe acute pain. The pain is often nonspecific and can be caused by a variety of conditions. What Causes Abdominal Pain?
Rep. John Dingell of Michigan became the longest-serving member of Congress on Friday with 57 years, five months, 27 days and counting on Capitol Hill. His longevity record eclipses that of the late Sen. Robert Byrd of West Virginia. Here's a look at congressional tenure, by the numbers:
Chuck Colgan, stateâs longest serving senator, says he will retire. Virginia Sen. Charles J. Colgan, first elected in 1975, has decided 10 terms in office are enough. At 87, Colgan has earned the title of longest-serving Virginia senator. Heâs also long served as chairman or co-chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, arguably among the most powerful posts in the 40-member legislative body.