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Stomach Flu Symptoms: Cramps and Nausea. Stomach flu causes inflammation of the lining of the stomach, small intestine, and large intestine. Viral gastroenteritis is highly contagious and affects millions of people around the world every year with vomiting, watery diarrhea, headache, fever, chills, and abdominal pain and cramping.
Insufficient fiber in your diet can back up into the intestines. Constipation can cause a stuffed feeling and create difficulty in having a bowel movement. However, constipation can be easily treated by increasing fiber intake. 2. Appendicitis-An inflamed appendix can cause severe cramping pain in the abdomen. The abdomen can become stiff and tender and might be accompanied by a fever. This is a medical emergency that may need hospitalization for treatment. 3. Menstrual pain-This is one of the most common reasons for stomach pain in women. However, apart from menstrual cramps, several other underlying conditions can also cause cramping. Conditions such as endometriosis, pelvic inflammatory disease, fibroids, and an ectopic pregnancy can also mimic menstrual pain.