What do you do which worsens abdominal pain? To facilitate the diagnosis of abdominal pain, your doctor will inquire about the factors which worsen your abdominal pain. This helps much in building diagnosis. • Does your abdominal pain worsen after fasting? • Does your abdominal pain worsen after eating something? • Does your abdominal pain worsen after drinking drinks or supplements? • Does your abdominal pain worsen after lying down in a specific position or sitting? • Does your abdominal pain worsen after walking, jogging or any activity? • Does your abdominal pain worsen after sneezing, coughing, talking or even breathing?