How are abdominal pain and chills treated?
Treatments for abdominal pain and chills will usually address the underlying causes. Bacterial infections, such as urinary tract infections, are often treated with antibiotics.
Home care
Rest and drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. Sponge your body with lukewarm water (about 70˚F) or take a cool shower to manage your chills. This method can be more effective than covering yourself with blankets. However, very cold water may make chills worse.
Medications known to reduce fevers and discomfort associated with abdominal pain and chills include aspirin, acetaminophen, or ibuprofen.
Washing your hands frequently, especially before eating, can help prevent infectious diseases that lead to abdominal pain and chills.
Drinking plenty of fluids and wiping from front to back can help to prevent urinary tract infections that can lead to abdominal pain and chills.
If you are going outdoors or traveling to areas where malaria is common, using insect repellants that contain 20 to 35 percent DEET can help to prevent malaria. A doctor can prescribe antimalarial drugs as a protective means if you are traveling to an area where malaria is common.
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