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Abdominal pain and the emotions.

Lauerence M Blendis1, Oscar W Hill, Harold Merskey

  • 1London Psychiatric Hospital, P.O. Box 2532, Terminal "A", London, Ont. N6A 4H1 Canada.

Pain
|August 1, 1978
PubMed
Summary

This review explores gut pain sites and psychophysiological factors in conditions like irritable bowel syndrome and ulcers. It discusses psychological influences on abdominal pain, acknowledging incomplete understanding of underlying physical mechanisms.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Psychosomatic Medicine
  • Pain Research

Background:

  • Abdominal pain is a common symptom with complex origins.
  • The interplay between the gut and the brain (gut-brain axis) significantly influences pain perception.
  • Understanding the psychophysiological factors in gut-related pain is crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review gut sites associated with pain.
  • To examine psychophysiological factors influencing local gut pain.
  • To discuss psychological states and mechanisms contributing to abdominal pain.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on gut pain.
  • Analysis of psychophysiological factors in conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, appendicitis, duodenal ulceration, and biliary disorders.
  • Discussion of psychological influences on abdominal pain experience.

Main Results:

  • Specific gut sites are linked to pain, influenced by local psychophysiological factors.
  • Psychological states can promote the complaint and experience of abdominal pain.
  • While psychological mechanisms are considered, the primary physical mechanisms of gut disturbance pain remain largely unknown.

Conclusions:

  • Psychophysiological factors play a significant role in gut-related pain.
  • Further research is needed to elucidate the physical mechanisms underlying gut pain.
  • A comprehensive understanding requires integrating both psychological and physiological perspectives.

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