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What Causes Severe Dull Pain In Left Kidney Area?

Hi, I am 56, average weight (57kg), 169cm tall. Lately I had several occasions where after drinking green tea or water I develop belching and severe dull pain in my left kidney area, sometimes lasting for 2 days. Often it is when I twist my torso or do anything just after drinking. It is not indigestion - it is usually on empty stomach. Could it be something with my kidneys or pancreas? I am taking pancreatin for digestive problems. I also have sliding hernia and a host of other problems, but this is a new one.
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Most probably it is due to gastritis or gastric reflux. However, you can go for an ultrasound scan to rule out any stones or other kidney related problems. As of now you can take antacids like Pantoprazole or Omeprazole for symptomatic relief. If problem persist, better to consult a gastroenterologist and get evaluated.

Wishing you good health.

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What Causes Severe Dull Pain In Left Kidney Area?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Most probably it is due to gastritis or gastric reflux. However, you can go for an ultrasound scan to rule out any stones or other kidney related problems. As of now you can take antacids like Pantoprazole or Omeprazole for symptomatic relief. If problem persist, better to consult a gastroenterologist and get evaluated. Wishing you good health. Thanks.