The Times of India

Persistent abdominal pain after eating is often dismissed as acidity, but it could be something far more serious

Persistent abdominal pain after meals, often dismissed as acidity, can signal serious conditions like Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS). This rare disorder, where tissue presses on an artery, causes severe pain mistaken for common ailments. Early, accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment, with robotic surgery now offering safer, faster recovery for MALS patients.