Numerous conditions can cause abdominal and lower back pain. According to the Cleveland Clinic -- one of the top four hospitals in the United States -- muscle strains, poor posture, obesity and traumatic injury can cause lower back pain. However, in some cases, problems in the abdomen can also cause lower back pain. Simultaneous abdominal pain and lower back pain may signal a serious underlying condition that requires medical attention and intervention.
Pancreatitis
Pancreatitis can cause abdominal and back pain. According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, NIDDK, pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas -- a large organ that resides in the abdomen, behind the stomach. The pancreas is responsible for producing digestive enzymes and hormones that govern blood sugar levels. The NIDDK states that there are two kinds of pancreatitis: acute and chronic. Both types of pancreatitis are serious and can lead to significant health complications. Common symptoms associated with pancreatitis include pain that begins in the abdomen and spreads to the back, a distended or swollen abdomen, a tender abdomen, nausea and vomiting, fever and an elevated heart rate. According to the NIDDK, both acute and chronic pancreatitis occur more often in men than in women.
Dengue Fever
Dengue fever can cause abdominal and lower back pain. MayoClinic.com states that dengue fever is a disease caused by one of four viruses that are spread by a certain type of mosquito. Dengue fever can range from mild to severe. Common signs and symptoms associated with dengue fever include a fever up to 105 degrees Fahrenheit, an intermittent rash over most of the body, abdominal pain and backache, extreme headaches, pain behind the eyes, significant joint and muscle pain, and nausea and vomiting. In some cases, a person may experience a more severe form of the disease, such as dengue hemorrhagic fever and dengue shock syndrome. These conditions can cause severe bleeding, a dramatic reduction in blood pressure and even death. According to MayoClinic.com, dengue fever usually occurs in urban areas in tropical and subtropical environments.
Dysmenorrhea
Dysmenorrhea can cause abdominal and lower back pain. According to the Cleveland Clinic, there are two major types of dysmenorrhea or menstrual cramps: primary and secondary. Primary dysmenorrhea typically begins one to two years after menarche -- a woman's first period. Secondary dysmenorrhea is pain that is caused by a problem in the structures of a woman's reproductive tract. Common signs and symptoms associated with dysmenorrhea include aching or severe pain in the abdomen, a sensation of pressure in the abdomen and pain in the hips, lower back and thighs. In some cases, dysmenorrhea can cause a person to experience an upset stomach, vomiting and loose stool. The Cleveland Clinic states that menstrual cramps are caused by uterine contractions, and that women who participate in exercise on a regular bases may have less menstrual pain.
