Could pain in left side of back near kidneys be due to a pulled muscle?
Patient: I have pain in my left side on my back near the kidneys.  It is extreme pain when I sneeze, so bad that I almost fall on the floor if I am standing up and moderate to severe pain when I cough or turn in bed, but it does not hurt when I press on it.  There is no fever, no high blood perssure.  Could it be a pulled muscle or should I go to a clinic to see a doctor? Doctor: HiThanks for writing to us.keeping in mind your complain may i ask do you have nausea and vomiting along with pain radiating from back to front ? If yes ,then it's better to get ultra sound scan of the  abdomen done.Mean while you can have drugs in combination of muscle relaxant and pain killer.I shall be glad to answer if you have further query.Take care,Dear.