What causes soreness and pain in the kidney area?
Recently, I have been experiencing aching and pain in the kidney area, along with general weakness and a lack of energy. I would like to ask the doctor what could be causing these symptoms?
Doctor's answer (1)
Renal pain may be caused by various factors:
1. Urinary system diseases: Including kidney stones, pyelonephritis, glomerulonephritis, etc. Among them, kidney stones are a common cause of renal pain, and the pain may be accompanied by hematuria and nausea.
2. Infections: Such as urinary tract infections, which are not limited to the kidneys but also include the bladder and urethra. Pain caused by infection is usually accompanied by symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and painful urination.
3. Kidney injury or disease: For example, acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, etc., these conditions may lead to impaired kidney function, causing discomfort or pain in the lower back.
4. Overexertion: Long-term fatigue or irregular rest patterns may lead to excessive burden on the kidneys, causing renal pain.
5. Stones: Kidney stones or ureteral stones may cause renal pain, which may be accompanied by abdominal pain, nausea, and other symptoms.
6. Lumbar spine or lumbar muscle issues: Conditions such as lumbar disc herniation and lumbar muscle strain may also cause renal pain.
If the renal pain worsens, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly.
