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Do i have a problem with my kidneys friday my lower back started hurting, like a dull ache....the pain has gotten worse every day and i can't really move without pain....i would rate the pain about a 7- 8 out of 10...no fever, i have the chills, and more

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Dr. Joseph Jeu answered

Please : Please see your physician, you might be having a kidney infection, very serious. Fluids, antibiotics, and more testing will probably be needed. Delaying the visit is not a good idea. Best wishes.

Answered 10/3/2016

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A member asked:

Do i have a problem with my kidneys friday my lower back started hurting, like a dull ache....the pain has gotten worse every day and i can't really move without pain....i would rate the pain about a 7- 8 out of 10...no fever, i have the chills, and more

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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