Renal colic

Updated: 2018-05-26

When to seek immediate medical care

See a doctor immediately if:

• Sudden, severe kidney pain, with or without blood in urine

When to make a doctor's appointment

Make an appointment to see a doctor if:

• Constant, dull, one-sided pain in back or side
• Fever, body aches, and fatigue
• Increase in urinary frequency or urgency
• Pain with urination