Priya Singh Priya Singh Asked 8 months ago

Do kidney stones hurt when you move?

I've been having some really sharp pain in my side, and it gets much worse when I change positions or move around. Could this kind of pain be a sign of kidney stones?

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Shreya Ghoshal Shreya Ghoshal Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago
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Oh god, yes, even slight movements used to make me panic that the stone was tearing something inside. I was literally scared to sit up or walk to the bathroom. Just try to lie down in whatever position feels slightly comfortable until the painkiller starts working.

Aditya Rao Aditya Rao Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Movement can definitely trigger spasms because the stone shifts in the ureter. My fitness tracker showed my heart rate spiking whenever I tried to walk during an attack. Hydration is key, so log your water intake and try to rest until the acute pain subsides.

Sanjay Dutt Sanjay Dutt Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

It hurts whether you move or sit still when the attack is active. Actually, moving around sometimes helps the stone slide down, but don't force yourself if the pain is unbearable. Take your meds and rest.

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Abhishek Nair Abhishek Nair Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

Everyone on the internet will give you different advice about walking or resting. The truth is, if the stone is blocking your urine flow, any movement can cause severe pain. Skip the online forums and get a proper scan to see where the stone actually is.

Deepa Mehta Deepa Mehta Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

In my experience, when I had a 6mm stone, lying down on one side was the only thing that gave me comfort. Trying to walk or bend down made the sharp ache in my back much worse. I just had to wait it out with my prescribed medicine.

Tanvi Kapoor Tanvi Kapoor Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

It was so exhausting because I couldn't even find a comfortable position to lie down, let alone move. I felt so helpless crying in bed waiting for the doctor's appointment. You are not alone in feeling this way, the physical strain is very real.

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Savita Patil Savita Patil Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Sometimes gentle walking helps the stone pass naturally, but sharp movements can definitely cause sudden spasms. Drinking warm lemon water helps me feel a bit better during this time. Just make sure to see a doctor if the pain becomes too intense to even stand up.

Ramesh Chandra Ramesh Chandra Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Haan beta, jab pathri hilti hai toh bohot dard hota hai. Even turning around in bed can bring a sudden sharp pinch. God bless you, just take some warm water, rest, and show a good doctor in your town soon.

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