Kidney pain
Updated: 2023-08-08
Description
Pain related to the kidneys that may feel like a dull, one-sided ache in the upper stomach area, side or back.
When to seek immediate medical care
See a health care professional right away if kidney pain happens with:
- Fever, body aches and fatigue.
- Pain during urination.
- Blood in the urine.
- Upset stomach or vomiting.
- A recent urinary tract infection.
When to make a doctor's appointment
Make an appointment with your care team if the pain is:
- Constant.
- Dull.
- On one side of the body.