Not all abdominal pain is serious, but there are times when stomach discomfort warrants a doctor’s attention. If your abdominal pain is persistent, severe, or comes with other worrying symptoms, it’s time to take it seriously. Some red flags of abdominal pain include: ● Pain lasting more than a few days - Mild abdominal pain that persists for more than a few days should be checked out, particularly if it’s not responding to over-the-counter treatments like antacids or pain relievers. ● Severe pain - If your stomach pain is sudden, sharp, or debilitating, especially if it wakes you up from sleep, it's a signal that something could be seriously wrong, like appendicitis or a gallbladder issue. ● Fever - If your abdominal pain is accompanied by a fever, it could indicate an infection that needs to be treated with antibiotics. ● Vomiting or diarrhea - Persistent vomiting or diarrhea can quickly lead to dehydration, so it’s important to have these symptoms evaluated. ● Blood in stool or vomit - If you see blood, whether in your stool or vomit, you should be evaluated by a doctor immediately. If you're not sure whether your stomach pain is serious, it's always better to be safe and get assessed by a healthcare provider.