A member asked:

I had abdomen ct and ultrasound which were both negative. however still having lower abdomen pain in flank. not appendix as it was removed. what is this?

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Dr. Herbert Hoover answered

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? Kidney stone: It could be nothing more than muscle spasm that will resolve but a small kidney stone passing down the ureter can cause flank pain that often come in waves and can be very severe. A ct scan and us can miss a small stone that is not causing obstruction. Blood in the urine(often just microscopic) is often present and should be checked. Could also be inflammatory bowel disease or irritable bowel.

Answered 4/21/2013

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Flank pain: If the ct and us were negative, 2 other considerations include spinal nerve compression or a colon abnormality. See what your physician thinks about further work-up.

Answered 9/28/2016

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