Kidney pain can be associated with a number of diseases. Some of them are as follows:
It is possible that pain in the lower left quadrant of your back is caused by a kidney stone, since kidneys are located on both the left and the right of the lower torso. But there are other possible causes as well. Many things can cause pain.
In the right lower quadrant (RLQ)
The abdominopelvic area can be divided into four quadrants: right upper quadrant, left upper quadrant, right lower quadrant, and left lower quadrant. These divisions are used for clinical examination to help localize pain or other symptoms in the abdomen.
Stomach, Small intestine, and colon
Kidney pain typically manifests in the lower back, either on one side or both sides. It can also radiate to the sides, abdomen, or groin area. In some cases, kidney pain may be felt as a dull ache or sharp pain.
For a week and a half now about every 36 hours I get pretty bad pain in my lower right quadrant with pain also around to my back. The pain last for around 6 to 8 hours then goes away. Any thoughts on what it could be. The pain is very low on my right side just above the pubis area.
Since the suprapubic area is just above the pubic area, it would likely be located in both the left lower quadrant and right lower quadrant.
right lower quadrant
Yes, it is possible for a variety of kidney problems to cause lower back pain. Kidney related low back pain is at the top of the list of possible causes when no recent accident or injury has occurred to explain back pain.Kidney disease or injury can cause lower back pain in one of two ways:A reflex pain from an internal organ that is experienced on the surface of the body, due to excitation of what is called a viscerosomatic reflex.Direct swelling and pressure of an enlarged or inflamed kidney that applies direct pressure to the low back muscles and nerves, causing pain in the immediate area of the kidney.Common symptoms of lower back pain caused by kidney involvement:Dull deep pain in the low back over the area of one or both kidneysKidney sore to touchElevated body temperatureUrinary frequencyCloudiness of the urineBlood in the urinePain or burning when urinating
Kidney infection typically causes pain in the flank area of the back, not in the leg. Pain in the leg may be a sign of another condition such as muscle strain, nerve compression, or circulation issues. If you are experiencing leg pain along with a kidney infection, it's best to consult a healthcare provider for a proper evaluation.
The lower right abdominal quadrant is described as being in the right iliac region, which is located in the lower right portion of the abdomen. This area contains important structures such as the appendix, parts of the intestines, and in females, the right ovary and fallopian tube. Pain or discomfort in this quadrant can be indicative of various conditions, including appendicitis or ovarian issues.
Lower back pain is a sign of pregnancy but pain in your kidney area is normally attributed to a kidney or bladder infection. You should go to your doctor to find out if you are pregnant or if there is another problem. Good luck!