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Chronic lower left back pain. sudden onset of pain in confide area below the ribs and left of spine. could this be kidney related?

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Yes: Kidney pain from infection or stones can cause pain at the lower edge of the rib cage in the back

Answered 8/18/2014

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Nephrolithiasis: It is possible that a stone has formed in the left kidney and is traversing the ureter, causing pain in the left lower chest/back. An examination and urinalysis are indicated.

Answered 8/18/2014

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