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Hi there i've had a sore back for about a week or so and been feeling nauseous for the same amount of time it burns a little bit when i urinate. i'm not sure if it could be kidney infection?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Kidney infection: Bladder infections are usually quite painful and leave a sense of urgency even after emptying the bladder. Kidney infections can be related to back pain but usually have fever and the patient is quite ill.

Answered 11/27/2020

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A member asked:

Hi there i've had a sore back for about a week or so and been feeling nauseous for the same amount of time it burns a little bit when i urinate. i'm not sure if it could be kidney infection?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christine Hom answered

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