10 Causes of Kidney Pain
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Cause #10: Enlarged, Ruptured, or Infected Kidney Cysts
While kidney cysts are usually asymptomatic, they can also cause pain especially if they enlarge, rupture, or becomes infected. When this occurs, the affected individual usually experiences severe pain in the back or side (kidney pain). Other associated symptoms include fever, chills, and blood in the urine.
Management includes surgery, interventional radiology, and conservative strategies depending on the severity of the patient’s condition. Enlarged kidney cysts that are causing issues can be treated using sclerotherapy where a long needle guided by ultrasound punctures the cyst.
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