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What Causes Lower Back Pain Along With Headache?
Question: Hello suddenly yesterday I got pain in my lower back and front left side later in the night I got a headache I did have a bowl movement yesterday while it hurt I thought maybe it would stop hurting but it didn't I did go to the chiropractor on Friday I did mention it to him he said my kidneys were there but if it gets worse go see me Dr.
Brief Answer:
Read below.
Detailed Answer:
I read your question carefully and I understand your concern.
Judging from your description I would say that your chiropractor is probably right. The fact that the pain is distributed in the front makes a muscular or spine related back issue (also I think a chiropractor should spot that). A bowel related pain doesn't usually manifest in the back.
So a urinary tract issue is possible, such as a stone or infection. Try to drink plenty of water, can also continue Ibuprofen. If it persists for a few more days though or there are other symptoms such as fever, then you you should see your physician as some simple tests for the cause (urine analysis, blood count, ultrasound) and additional prescription treatment may be needed.
I remain at your disposal for other questions.
Read below.
Detailed Answer:
I read your question carefully and I understand your concern.
Judging from your description I would say that your chiropractor is probably right. The fact that the pain is distributed in the front makes a muscular or spine related back issue (also I think a chiropractor should spot that). A bowel related pain doesn't usually manifest in the back.
So a urinary tract issue is possible, such as a stone or infection. Try to drink plenty of water, can also continue Ibuprofen. If it persists for a few more days though or there are other symptoms such as fever, then you you should see your physician as some simple tests for the cause (urine analysis, blood count, ultrasound) and additional prescription treatment may be needed.
I remain at your disposal for other questions.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
could it be kidney stones ????
Brief Answer:
Yes
Detailed Answer:
Yes it could be, actually that is the first option I suggested followed by infection. Sorry if I wasn't more clear what I meant by stones, I meant stone in the kidney.
Let me know if I can further assist you.
Yes
Detailed Answer:
Yes it could be, actually that is the first option I suggested followed by infection. Sorry if I wasn't more clear what I meant by stones, I meant stone in the kidney.
Let me know if I can further assist you.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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