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Experiencing Pain On The Left Side Of The Lower Back

I have had pain on the left side of my lower back for 5 days now, it seems ok durning the day and worsens at night. Last night it kept me up all night. and it is hurting today. It s lasted all night long trying to determine if it may be a kidney stone
Mon, 14 Sep 2015
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Hello
Thanks for query .
The pain in lower back is mostly due to presence of stone either in kidney or ureter .

Please consult qualified Urologist for clinical examination and get following basic tests done to confirm the diagnosis.
1) Urine routine and culture.
2) Ultrasound scanning of abdomen and pelvis

In the mean while take spectrum antibiotic like Cefixime along with anti inflammatory drug like Diclofenac twice daily .

Get the prescription of medicines from your family Physician.

Ensure to drink more water .To keep your urine dilute .

Further treatment will depend upon result of these tests and final diagnosis.

Dr.Patil.
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Experiencing Pain On The Left Side Of The Lower Back

Hello Thanks for query . The pain in lower back is mostly due to presence of stone either in kidney or ureter . Please consult qualified Urologist for clinical examination and get following basic tests done to confirm the diagnosis. 1) Urine routine and culture. 2) Ultrasound scanning of abdomen and pelvis In the mean while take spectrum antibiotic like Cefixime along with anti inflammatory drug like Diclofenac twice daily . Get the prescription of medicines from your family Physician. Ensure to drink more water .To keep your urine dilute . Further treatment will depend upon result of these tests and final diagnosis. Dr.Patil.