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Suffer From Back Pain, Shortness Of Breathe And Lightheadedness. Kidney Problems?

I am having back pain primarily on my left side about 3-4 inches above waistline and some shortness of breath, and now feeling a little light-headed and achy, but no fever (or change to urine color, blood, etc.). Based on a good article I read on the site, I don't think it's kidney related (but was concerned originally given some of the symptoms if it could involve any of my internal organs). I have had some disk issues over the years, but those usually subside within 3 days (I am going on 4 now without improvement, and have been traveling so hard to get to a doctor's office).
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Hello.
Thanks for writing to us.
The pain on the left side that you have described can be related to a renal cause or a muscular pain. It is best to get an ultrasound scan done to rule out any internal organ damage. Mild pain killers and hot fomentation should help relieve the pain.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
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Suffer From Back Pain, Shortness Of Breathe And Lightheadedness. Kidney Problems?

Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The pain on the left side that you have described can be related to a renal cause or a muscular pain. It is best to get an ultrasound scan done to rule out any internal organ damage. Mild pain killers and hot fomentation should help relieve the pain. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal drtayal72@gmail.com