How To Identify Kidney Pain

Doesn't Change With Movement

Unlike other types of pain, kidney pain typically doesn't change with movement. Patients usually experience kidney pain on one side of the body, and it is generally felt in one of the flanks (the areas on either side of the spine between the bottom of the ribcage and hips). Pain that originates in the kidneys may sometimes radiate to the inner thighs or lower abdomen. Kidney pain is normally constant, and patients with kidney stones often notice sharp pain. Individuals with kidney infections tend to report feeling a dull ache. While kidney pain does not worsen when the patient moves, it will not resolve without treatment. Changing position does not reduce kidney pain.

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