What causes pain in the right renal area?
Disease description:
I have had pain in my right kidney area for the past few days. The pain is so severe that I can barely stand, and I also feel some distension. Painkillers haven't helped. I would like to know what could be causing the pain in my right kidney area?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Guang
Pain in the right renal area may be caused by various factors; the following are some common causes:
1. Kidney stones: This is one of the most common causes. Kidney stones can cause severe flank pain, which may radiate to the lower abdomen or inner thigh. It is often accompanied by symptoms such as nausea and vomiting.
2. Kidney infection: Bacterial infection can cause inflammation of the kidney, resulting in pain, often accompanied by fever, chills, frequent urination, urgency, and painful urination.
3. Kidney cysts: Although most kidney cysts are asymptomatic, large cysts or hemorrhagic cysts can cause pain.
4. Lumbar muscle strain: Prolonged overexertion or improper posture may lead to lumbar muscle strain, which in turn causes pain in the renal area. This type of pain usually presents as a dull ache and may be accompanied by intermittent claudication.
5. Other diseases: Conditions such as appendicitis and pelvic inflammatory disease may also cause pain in the renal area. Such pain is typically related to the nature and severity of the primary disease.
If you experience discomfort in the kidney area or other associated symptoms, you should seek medical attention promptly.
