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The following conditions often cause lower abdominal pain, sometimes described as pelvic pain: 1  Appendicitis. 2  Cystitis (bladder inflammation) 3  Diverticulitis.  Problems with the cervix, such as a cervical infection, inflamed cervix or growths on the cervix.
12 Causes of Stomach Pain. Stomach pain is discomfort that is experienced between the chest and pelvic area. While it can often be attributed to dietary choices and behavior, stomach pain could also be indicative of a more serious medical condition. The pain may be achy, crampy, dull, intermittent or even sharp. Here are some causes that can trigger stomach pain. 1. Indigestion is perhaps the most common cause of stomach pain. Also known as dyspepsia, stomach pain can occur from time to time. In many cases, eating habits can initiate indigestion and symptoms can range from feeling full too quickly, a burning sensation in the esophagus or stomach, or even excessive belching and gas.