Is Abdominal Pain A Warning Sign of Digestive Disease? Abdominal discomfort is very common, but most people ignore it until it becomes unbearable. Many people dismiss it as gas, acidity, or stress, but persistent or recurring discomfort may indicate a deeper issue. Persistent pain raises concern about underlying GI problems. https://www.diigo.com/item/note/b2kov/oweu?k=d07a0c080dd16926a6daf40617354600