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Back pain or kidney pain?

How to tell ordinary back pain apart from kidney pain.

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Short Answer

Back pain is usually muscular and worsens with movement; kidney pain is deeper, higher, and does not ease with position. Fever or blood in urine with flank pain needs prompt assessment.

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FAQ

Is my back pain from my kidneys?

Usually not — most back pain is muscular. Kidney pain is felt higher and deeper.

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