What causes pain in the right renal area?
Disease description:
I'm experiencing severe pain in my kidney area, specifically on the right side. It's very uncomfortable and keeping me from sleeping at night. Doctor, what could be causing pain in the right kidney region?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Right-sided flank pain may be caused by various factors, mainly including the following:
1. **Kidney stones**: Kidney stones are a common cause of flank pain, especially when the stones move within the renal pelvis or ureter, causing severe colicky pain. Ultrasound examination can confirm the presence of kidney stones, as well as determine their location and size.
2. **Renal cysts**: As renal cysts enlarge, they may compress the renal capsule or renal pelvis, leading to pain. In addition, hemorrhage or infection within the cyst can also cause pain. Ultrasound or CT scans can be used to evaluate the cyst's condition.
3. **Inflammation**: Inflammatory conditions such as pyelonephritis may cause dull or aching pain in the flank area, often accompanied by systemic symptoms such as fever and edema.
4. **Lumbar muscle strain**: Although not directly involving the kidneys, strain of the lumbar muscles can also cause flank pain, typically presenting as aching or soreness, which may be intermittent.
