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What Causes Pain On Back And Around Waist?

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Question : I have pain on my back side about waist high.Could this be from kidney problems
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Answered by Dr. Sassen S Kwasa (44 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes it could be kidney problem (stone) or urinary tract infection.

Detailed Answer:
Welcome to HCM. The causes of one sided back pain are commonly urinary tract infection, pyelonephritis or kidney stones. A better grasp of associated symptoms like presence of pain with urination and fever are used to direct testing and or treatment. In either event, it would be wise to drink fluids and keep yourself hydrated. I hope that this helps you out, good luck.
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What Causes Pain On Back And Around Waist?

Brief Answer: Yes it could be kidney problem (stone) or urinary tract infection. Detailed Answer: Welcome to HCM. The causes of one sided back pain are commonly urinary tract infection, pyelonephritis or kidney stones. A better grasp of associated symptoms like presence of pain with urination and fever are used to direct testing and or treatment. In either event, it would be wise to drink fluids and keep yourself hydrated. I hope that this helps you out, good luck.