What causes pain when taking a deep breath or stretching slightly?
Patient: Hi, I keep getting a sharp pain in the bottom half of my left side every time I breath deep or stretch slightly, this has been there since last night and I have woke up today and it is still the same. I have also noticed that i am going to the toilet a lot more than usual, could somebody tell me what this may be, my mum said the pain is around my kidney area Doctor: Hi ! Good morning. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.If I were youir doctor, I would advise you for a stool test and a urine test followed by a culture sensitivity of the urine to decide on the appropriate antibiotic for a possible urinary tract infection. Apart from this, an ultrasound abdomen could be a helping tool in ruling out any other urological or pelvic pathology. Your abdomen also needs a physical examination by the doctor. Therefore I would advise you to consult your family physician and go as per his advice.I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts.Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Dr Shareef.