What causes pain and discomfort in and around kidney area?
Patient: hello 3 days ago i had discomfort on the lower left side where the kidney is (i thought i was maybe passing a stone, my brother had this not too long ago). it got better after 12 hours now its comming back daily same place with occational pain in the left groin and shooting towards the right kidney maybe once or twice a day briefly. Also my hip on the left side feels numb on the surface from the kidney area to the full left buttock. the pain can go away for a few hours then come back id say the maximum level of pain is a 7 from 1 to 10. i smoke and am overweight by 15 kilos all the fat seems to be in my spare tire if know what i mean. i am usually in good health. Doctor: Hello and welcome to HCM. As an Urologist,i can understand your concern.The kidneys aren't located in the groin area,but in the loin region.!!To know the cause for your pain,you'll need to do a CT-KUB scan.That will clear your doubt about stone and if your pain is due to it.Also,it may give some idea about your hip pain.According to the report,an expert opinion can be given,about treatment.You may take an anti-spasmodics for pain relief,if the pain is severe.If you've any doubts,send all the reports,to me as a direct question.Dr.Matthew J. Mangat.