Flank pain and kidney disease

It is a topic that many people feel worried about. Although this pain may be related to muscular causes or spinal problems, in some cases it can be a serious symptom of kidney disorders. Recognizing the symptoms associated with this pain and distinguishing it from other causes plays an important role in timely diagnosis and treatment.

📍 exact location of kidney pain

Pain from the kidneys is usually felt in the back, under the ribs and near the sides. This pain may spread to the lower abdomen or groin.

🔍 What symptoms indicate the relationship between flank pain and kidney disease?

If the following conditions are present at the same time as pain, the possibility of kidney disease increases:

• Fever and chills (especially in kidney infection)

• Burning or frequent urination

• change in color or smell of urine

• Nausea or vomiting

• Presence of blood in urine

• Sudden decrease or increase in urine volume

⚠️ What kidney diseases are associated with flank pain?

1. Kidney stone
   Creation of severe and sudden pain in the side that pulls to the groin.

2. Kidney infection (pyelonephritis)
   Pain with fever, chills and urinary symptoms.

3. Hydronephrosis
   Obstruction of the urinary tract that causes fluid accumulation in the kidney and causes pain.

4. Kidney cysts
   In some cases, they cause a feeling of pressure or mild pain in the sides.

✅ When should you see a doctor?

If pain in the side lasts for more than a few hours or is accompanied by symptoms such as fever, nausea, blood in the urine or burning, it is necessary to see a kidney specialist (nephrologist) immediately.

For more information about kidney pain and how it differs from other types of flank pain, Mayo Clinic article on flank pain and Read kidney.

📌 Also, reading The causes of high blood pressure and its relationship with the kidneys can also be useful.

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