Suggest Treatment For Pain In The Lower Back

Posted on Thu, 16 Apr 2015

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Question : I have had pain in my lower left back and side for 3 days, some times a sharp pain but mostly an aching that seems to be getting worse. It hurts to bend over and when i am sitting. I took my temp and it is 99 F

Answered by Dr. Grzegorz Stanko (33 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Kidney stones or infection seem most probable.

Detailed Answer:
Hello!

Thank you for the query.

Your symptoms are most likely caused by urinary tract infection. Back pain indicates that the kidney is affected. You may have some frequent urinating, burning while urinating or blood in urine. However pain can be the only reason.
If the pain has appeared suddenly, kidney stones are also possible.
I suggest you to consult your doctor. Please have urine analysis and abdominal ultrasound done. In case of an infection, antibiotic should be given.
You should also increase mineral water intake and start cranberries supplementation.
Hot bath can help with the pain.

Hope this will help. Feel free to ask further questions.
Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar