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Could Back Pain On Ribs Be Related To Kidney Problems?

hi, i have been having severe pain in my back on right side, i have also had loose bowel motions every day sometimes more than once a day for the last 3 months. i am type 2 diabetic insulin depedant and have 2 gall stones, am a worrier and am getting really concerned, i am not sure if the back pain is kidneys, or something else, it seems to be from my hips up to my ribs,
Mon, 21 Jul 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hello,
Thanks for your query.

The pain at the bottom center of the rib cage could be due to a renal infection or a stone if the pain does not seem to be muscular in nature. This can be ruled out after getting an ultrasound scan done.
If the pain is aggravated with deep breathing or coughing then a rib injury or a muscular sprain is likely.
The other causes that need to be ruled out include lung infections like pleuritis.

I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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Could Back Pain On Ribs Be Related To Kidney Problems?

Hello, Thanks for your query. The pain at the bottom center of the rib cage could be due to a renal infection or a stone if the pain does not seem to be muscular in nature. This can be ruled out after getting an ultrasound scan done. If the pain is aggravated with deep breathing or coughing then a rib injury or a muscular sprain is likely. The other causes that need to be ruled out include lung infections like pleuritis. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care