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What Causes Chronic Pain In The Flank Radiating To The Abdomen?

Hello, I think I may have a condition (muscle spasm) but I m not sure. I have chronic pain on the left side of my back that spreads to the left side of my stomach. It s painful (like needles puncturing),itchy,as well as,burns. What s interesting is that during the day, the pain isn t as bad as the night as I tend to try to soak up as much sunlight. The nights,however, are pretty bad. I ve tried heat/icing the area and massages. What also helps is apple cider vinegar (topical) as it is soothing. But the pain is chronic and U don t know why. Can you help to diagnose my condition,please?
posted on Wed, 16 Nov 2016
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Hi,
Thanks for posting in HCM.
I understand your concern.
Based on your description, it appears that your complaints could be occurring due to presence of stones in the kidneys.
Kindly get the following investigations done.
1. Ultrasound scan of abdomen.
2. Urine routine examination.
Kindly consult Urologist with the report for clinical evaluation and appropriate management.
Hope the information provided would be helpful.
All the best.
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What Causes Chronic Pain In The Flank Radiating To The Abdomen?

Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. I understand your concern. Based on your description, it appears that your complaints could be occurring due to presence of stones in the kidneys. Kindly get the following investigations done. 1. Ultrasound scan of abdomen. 2. Urine routine examination. Kindly consult Urologist with the report for clinical evaluation and appropriate management. Hope the information provided would be helpful. All the best.