Preeti Agarwal Preeti Agarwal Asked 8 months ago

Where does kidney pain occur?

Lately, I've been feeling this strange ache in my lower back, almost like a dull pressure. My aunt told me it could be kidney related. Can someone tell me where kidney pain actually occurs so I can figure out if this is what I'm feeling?

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Aryan Singh Aryan Singh Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago
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Dude, for me, when I had a kidney stone, it was like, lower back, kinda towards the side. And it kept going to my groin area too. Not fun at all, had me doubled over.

Mithali Patil Mithali Patil Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

Haan na, it's usually in your lower back, thoda side mein. Kabhi kabhi pet mein bhi feel hota hai. Important hai doctor ko dikhana, don't just ignore it.

Priya Yadav Priya Yadav Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Kidney pain? Oh god, it's like a party in your lower back, but no one's invited except intense pain. Mine felt like it wrapped around to the front too, making me wish I could just sleep through it all. And I really need sleep.

Ramesh Gupta Ramesh Gupta Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

Haan beta, kidney pain usually settles in the lower back, just below the ribs, on either side of your spine. Sometimes it can radiate towards the front or down to the groin. Don't ignore it, get it checked by a doctor if you feel it.

Sarita Devi Sarita Devi Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

I had a friend who thought it was just back pain, but it turned out to be kidney issues. It can be felt in the lower back, sometimes radiating to the abdomen. Please don't self-diagnose; get it checked by a doctor right away to avoid complications.

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Shweta Das Shweta Das Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

It's often described as a deep ache in the flank or lower back. But it's so easy to mistake it for other back pain or even period pain sometimes, especially for us women. Please consult a doc to be sure, don't self-diagnose.

Rahul Dixit Rahul Dixit Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

It’s usually in the flank area, around your lower back. Could be a dull ache or sharp. Don’t confuse it with muscle strain from gym, though. If in doubt, doc is the best judge.

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Sakshi Jain Sakshi Jain Joined May 2026 5 months ago

It generally happens in your lower back, just under your rib cage, sometimes radiating forward! It's like a dull ache or sharp pain, depending on the issue. Take care! 😊

Anjali Sharma Anjali Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

It's typically felt in the flank area, which is your side and back, just under the rib cage. The pain can be constant or come in waves, and it might even spread to your abdomen or groin. Hydration is key, but see a doctor to rule out serious causes.

Anand Swami Anand Swami Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

The body is a temple, so listen to its signals. Kidney pain often manifests in the lower back. If you feel such discomfort, please seek medical advice. Stay calm and positive, and take good care of your health.

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