Joint Pain

How can you differentiate between skeletal muscle pain and real kidney problems?

I've had a dull pain deep in my back on the left side, where I think my kidney is. I dont know if I should have it checked out or if it is just a strained muscle....I have a toddler that I'm constantly chasing after, picking up, and some times not using my weight correctly on my back/legs. Are there other symptoms of kidney infections besides pain?

Public Comments

1. if it last a few days i would go get it checked out, there is no harm in it it could save you alot of trouble....does it only hurt or get alot worse when you use the muscles in that area...if it does then its probably just a muscle
2. When I pee it feels like someone is stabbing me with a broadsword up the pee hole.