What are the causes of right renal area pain?
Disease description:
The day before yesterday, I suddenly experienced severe pain in the right kidney area of my back. The pain was so intense that I couldn't even stand, followed by a feeling of distension. Painkillers had no effect. Doctor, what are the possible causes of right kidney area pain?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Right flank pain may include but is not limited to:
1. Kidney stones: Stones moving through the urinary tract can cause severe, colicky pain, typically starting in the back and radiating toward the lower abdomen.
2. Pyelonephritis: Inflammation caused by kidney infection, often accompanied by symptoms such as fever, frequent urination, urgency, and painful urination.
3. Renal cysts: Fluid-filled cystic structures within the kidney enlarge and may cause pain by compressing surrounding tissues.
4. Renal tumors: Benign or malignant tumor growth that may lead to persistent or progressively worsening pain.
5. Renal vascular diseases: Such as renal artery stenosis, which may cause pain.
6. Muscle strain or rib injury: Non-renal causes, but pain may be referred to the flank area.
7. Urinary tract infections: Infections anywhere along the urinary tract, not limited to the renal pelvis, may cause back pain.
8. Renal failure: Acute or chronic kidney dysfunction, which may sometimes be accompanied by pain.
If experiencing right flank pain, prompt medical attention and thorough evaluation are necessary.
