What is the cause of lower right back and side pain?
I have been having sharp pain in my lower right back and abdomen for about two days now. It hurts with movement and especially when I sit down or stand up. I'm also feeling light headed and dizzy at times. I'm just wondering what could be the cause and if I should or shouldn't go to a doctor.
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1. Kidney infection or appendicitis. Go to the Dr. right away.2. It would be best to go to a doctor b/c your appendix is in that area. It could be nothing but its better safe than sorry.
3. diabetes causes kidney problems and dizziness. avoid sugar.
4. Do you have a fever? I would suggest having your doctor paged and asking them if you need to go to the ER. If the pain is severe go to the hospital.
If you are about two weeks from your period it could also be ovulation pain and if it burns during urination it might be a bladder infection. I've had plenty of those.
Either way, you need to see a doctor.
Good luck!!
Appendicitis Symptoms
By Mayo Clinic staff
Signs and symptoms of appendicitis may include:
* Aching pain that begins around your navel and often shifts to your lower right abdomen
* Pain that becomes sharper over several hours
* Tenderness that occurs when you apply pressure to your lower right abdomen
* Sharp pain in your lower right abdomen that occurs when the area is pressed on and then the pressure is quickly released (rebound tenderness)
* Pain that worsens if you cough, walk or make other jarring movements
* Nausea
* Vomiting
* Loss of appetite
* Low-grade fever
* Constipation
* Inability to pass gas
* Diarrhea
* Abdominal swelling
The location of your pain may vary, depending on your age and the position of your appendix. Young children or pregnant women, especially, may have appendicitis pain in different places.
When to see a doctor
Make an appointment with a doctor if you or your child experiences signs or symptoms that worry you. Abdominal pain so severe that a person is unable to sit still or find a comfortable position requires immediate medical attention.
