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A member asked:

Can you get kidney infection pain around the tailbone, bottom of back area?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Very less likely.

Answered 6/6/2022

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

No.

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