what can cause severe abdominal pain and bloating
A number of conditions can lead to the combination of abdominal bloating and lower abdominal pain. Examples include: 1  appendicitis. 2  consuming foods known to cause gas in some people, such as milk products that contain lactose, broccoli, carbonated beverages, onions, and beans.3  Crohnâs disease, a condition that causes intestinal inflammation. 4  gastroenteritis or a viral and/or bacterial infection of the stomach and bowel. 5  intestinal obstruction ...he abdomen may feel hard or tight to the touch. The condition can cause discomfort and pain. Abdominal pain is pain that originates between the chest and the pelvis. Abdominal pain can be cramp-like, achy, dull, or sharp. It is often called stomachache. SPONSORED: Save a trip to the doctor's office.