Pain in the side or lower back (flank pain)
Flank pain is felt in the area between the ribs and the hip on either side of the back. It is commonly associated with kidney problems such as infections or stones but can also come from muscle strain or spinal issues.
Conditions that commonly cause pain in the side or lower back (flank pain)
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Lumbar Slip Disc
Targeted therapy for slipped disc, bulging disc, and degenerative disc disease.
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Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ayurvedic management of AS — spinal flexibility, pain relief, and autoimmune modulation.
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Sciatica
Relieve radiating leg pain from nerve compression with targeted Ayurvedic therapies therapy.
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Common Causes of Pain in the side or lower back (flank pain)
- Kidney stones
- Kidney infection (pyelonephritis)
- Muscle strain or spasm
- Urinary tract infection
- Spinal nerve compression
When to Seek Urgent Medical Care for Pain in the side or lower back (flank pain)
These signs may indicate a serious problem — don't wait, seek medical care right away:
- Severe flank pain with blood in the urine
- Pain accompanied by high fever or chills
- Pain radiating to the groin or lower abdomen
- Inability to find a comfortable position
- Nausea and vomiting with the pain
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