Urgent Care for Abdominal Pain in East Bridgewater, MA

We understand that pain can be complex and disruptive to your daily life. When you visit our practice for pain evaluation, our healthcare providers will ask you about several key characteristics of your pain to better understand its cause and determine the best treatment for you.

First, we’ll discuss the location of your pain—where exactly does it hurt, and does the pain stay in one spot or radiate to other areas? We’ll also ask you to describe the intensity of your pain, which can range from mild discomfort to severe agony. Many patients find it helpful to rate their pain on a scale from zero to ten.

The quality of your pain is another important factor. Try to note whether your pain feels sharp, dull, throbbing, burning, aching, stabbing, or cramping. This helps our team at Nova Medical Group tailor your care.

We’ll also review the duration and timing of your pain. Let us know if your pain started suddenly or developed gradually, and whether it is constant or comes and goes. Identifying any triggers or activities that make your pain better or worse—such as movement, rest, eating, or certain positions—provides valuable information for your diagnosis and treatment plan.

Please also tell us if you are experiencing other symptoms alongside your pain, such as swelling, redness, numbness, weakness, fever, or shortness of breath. These symptoms can sometimes signal a more serious underlying issue.

Our team is dedicated to providing thorough and personalized care. If you’re preparing for an upcoming appointment or wondering what information might help your provider reach a diagnosis, paying close attention to changes in your health is important.

In addition to your main concern, try to keep track of any other symptoms, including:
• Fever or night sweats
• Unintended weight loss
• Fatigue or changes in appetite
• Pain (note the location, whether it’s sharp or dull, constant or occasional)
• Skin changes such as new rashes, bruising, or unusual color changes
• Swelling in your face, hands, feet, or elsewhere
• Shortness of breath, persistent cough, or chest pain
• Headaches, dizziness, or changes in vision or hearing
• Digestive issues like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, or changes in urine or stool color
• Trouble sleeping, feelings of anxiety or depression, confusion, or memory problems

Even symptoms that seem minor may be important for your provider to know. We recommend keeping a simple record of when your symptoms started, how severe they are, and if anything makes them better or worse. Bringing this information to your visit to Nova Medical Group can help your healthcare team make an accurate diagnosis and create a treatment plan tailored to you.

At Nova Medical Group, we understand that abdominal pain can be concerning and sometimes difficult to pinpoint. The location of your abdominal pain—whether it’s on the left, right, or in the center—can provide important clues about its cause. Our experienced providers use this information, along with your medical history and other symptoms, to help determine the underlying issue and recommend the right treatment.

For example, pain on the right side of your abdomen may indicate problems with the liver, gallbladder, or appendix. Common conditions we diagnose and manage at our office include gallstones, hepatitis, and appendicitis. If your pain is on the left side, especially the lower left, it may be related to your colon, such as diverticulitis, or, in the upper left, issues with the stomach, spleen, or pancreas.

Pain located in the middle of the abdomen might be caused by conditions like gastritis, peptic ulcers, or pancreatitis. Sometimes, this pain can shift—such as with appendicitis, which can begin near the belly button before moving to the lower right side.

Our team is dedicated to providing thorough evaluations using a combination of physical exams, lab work, and, when needed, imaging studies to accurately diagnose the source of your abdominal pain. We know that symptoms can overlap between different conditions, and sometimes pain can be felt in an area different from its origin (referred pain).

Lower abdominal pain can occur for many reasons—some mild, others much more serious. At Nova Medical Group, we want our community to know when this type of pain should not be ignored and requires urgent medical attention.

Seek immediate care at Nova Medical Group or your nearest emergency facility if your lower abdominal pain is:

Sudden and severe
• Accompanied by persistent vomiting, fever, fainting, confusion, rapid heartbeat, or difficulty breathing
• Associated with chest pain, pain radiating to the back, shoulder, or groin, or if the pain worsens quickly

Special Considerations:
• Women: If you experience severe lower abdominal pain with heavy vaginal bleeding, or pain during pregnancy—especially with dizziness, weakness, or shoulder pain—this may indicate a serious emergency such as ectopic pregnancy or miscarriage.
• Men: Severe pain with testicular swelling or tenderness can signal a medical emergency and requires prompt evaluation.

Other warning signs include:
• Inability to pass urine or stool
• Blood in urine or stool
• Signs of shock (pale, cold, clammy skin; low blood pressure)

At Nova Medical Group, our experienced healthcare professionals are here to provide prompt evaluation and care for all patients in the East Bridgewater area. If you or a loved one is experiencing any of these symptoms, do not delay—call us or seek emergency care immediately. Timely assessment can prevent complications and ensure the best possible outcome. For more information, please contact us today or book an appointment online. We are located at 401 N Bedford St, East Bridgewater, MA 02333. We serve patients from East Bridgewater MA, Abington MA, Brockton MA, West Bridgewater MA, Easton MA, Taunton MA, Raynham MA, and surrounding areas.