Neetu Bhardwaj Neetu Bhardwaj Asked 4 months ago

Can drinking cause kidney pain?

Sometimes after having drinks, especially if I'm not hydrated enough, I get a dull ache in my lower back, almost near where my kidneys are. I'm worried it might be related to my drinking. Can drinking alcohol cause kidney pain?

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Sonia Fernandes Sonia Fernandes Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Yes, alcohol causes severe dehydration which can trigger kidney pain or even stones. I always prefer visiting a reputed hospital rather than guessing at home. I highly recommend making an appointment with a urologist to get a proper scan done.

Rohan Malhotra Rohan Malhotra Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Yeah bro, it definitely can. I used to get this sharp pain in my lower back/sides after heavy drinking nights, mostly because of crazy dehydration or kidney strain. I cut down on alcohol and started drinking loads of water. If the pain is too much, better visit a clinic.

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Aditya Roy Aditya Roy Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Hey, don't stress too much! Sometimes it is just muscle pain or gas from drinking, but yes, alcohol does dehydrate your kidneys which can cause pain. Try drinking lots of water and see, but if it keeps hurting, do get a doctor to check it out, okay?

Srikant Ramaswamy Srikant Ramaswamy Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Alcohol places a heavy burden of purification on your kidneys, leading to strain and pain. Practicing simple breathing exercises and drinking coconut water can help cool down and hydrate the body. However, you must stop drinking and consult a doctor to heal properly.

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Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

I completely understand how scary it is to feel that deep ache in your sides after drinking, I used to cry thinking my kidneys were failing. In my case, it was a severe urinary tract infection made worse by alcohol. Your pain is valid, please don't ignore it and get a doctor's advice soon.

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