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Intermittent flank pain, is it always kidney problems?
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NOT ALWAYS: It has to be considered based on your symptoms.
Answered 8/21/2012
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No: Often musculoskeletal. Best to get examined by dr. And get urine checked.
Answered 9/28/2016
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