What should I do about distending pain in the right kidney?
Disease description:
Recently, I don't know whether it's due to the cold weather or other reasons, but I have experienced pain around my abdomen for several days. The pain is particularly noticeable on the right side of my lower abdomen and my waist area, which others have told me is the location of the kidney. I would like to ask, what should I do about distending pain in the right kidney area?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Management of Right Kidney Distension and Pain:
1. Rest and Observation: Take appropriate rest and observe whether symptoms improve. If caused by excessive fatigue, symptoms may subside after rest.
2. Heat Application and Massage: Apply heat or gently massage the lower back to promote local blood circulation and relieve distension and pain.
3. Seek Medical Evaluation: If symptoms persist or worsen, seek timely medical attention. Diagnostic tests such as ultrasound and urinalysis can determine the presence of kidney diseases such as kidney stones, pyelonephritis, or ureteral stones.
4. Targeted Treatment:
- For kidney stones: Depending on stone size, choose pharmacological treatment, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, or surgical intervention.
- For pyelonephritis: Treat with antibiotics for infection control.
- For ureteral stones: Depending on stone location and size, implement appropriate treatment measures such as medication or surgical stone removal.
