Could Your Diet and Dehydration Be Causing Kidney Pain?
Drinking insufficient water and experiencing lower back pain after consuming certain foods may indicate a potential issue with the kidneys? Hello Doctor: I have noticed that whenever I eat certain specific foods (like Angelica duck noodles or braised dishes), I experience sorenes...
Dr. Wu Hongjie Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, Regarding your symptoms, there are several possible scenarios: 1. The pain in your elbows and knees may be related to gout. I recommend visiting a hospital for a blood test to check your uric acid levels. 2. A high-sodium diet can lead to increased fluid intake...[Read More] Could Your Diet and Dehydration Be Causing Kidney Pain?
Understanding Persistent Left Lower Back Pain: Causes and Next Steps
Left flank pain? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing soreness and pain in my left lower back for a while. Upon visual inspection, I notice a slight protrusion in the left lower back area. I consulted a nephrologist, and both X-rays and urinalysis came back normal, but the pai...
Dr. Wu Jiyu Reply:
If you are experiencing general left flank pain, many individuals often first seek help from a nephrologist. If you have undergone kidney ultrasound, X-rays, and urinalysis, and all results are normal, this indicates that the issue is not related to the kidneys. However, if the p...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Left Lower Back Pain: Causes and Next Steps
Understanding Left Kidney Pain: When to Seek Further Testing
Percussion of the left kidney causes pain? Hello Doctor: When I tap on the area of my left kidney, it hurts. This has been going on for a long time, so this year I went to the hospital for a kidney ultrasound, blood tests, and urinalysis, but the doctor said everything was fine. ...
Dr. Wu Hongjie Reply:
Dear Sender, The issue of left-sided lower back pain has many potential causes. If the pain radiates down the back to the thighs and calves, it may indicate nerve pain or compression. If it is related to kidney problems, such as stones or infections, it typically remains localiz...[Read More] Understanding Left Kidney Pain: When to Seek Further Testing
Pain in Left Foot's Middle Toe: Causes and Treatment Options
The middle toe of the left foot is bent, and there is a pain sensation in the sole of the foot? Hello, doctor. On my way home tonight, I noticed a pain in the front part of my left foot while walking. After getting home and paying closer attention, I found that the pain originate...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
1. [Sudden pain in the left third toe, especially painful during dorsiflexion.] Medically speaking, inflammation refers to the presence of redness, swelling, heat, and pain in tissues. Your complaint may indicate some form of inflammation. However, I recommend that you consult yo...[Read More] Pain in Left Foot's Middle Toe: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Kidney Health: Common Concerns and Diagnostic Tests Explained
How are kidney blood and urine tests conducted, and are there any issues to be aware of? In mid-October, I had blood tests, urine tests, and X-rays done at the nephrology department. The reports came back normal. 1. However, I notice that my urine has bubbles that disappear in ...
Dr. Wu Jiyu Reply:
1. Based on the report you provided, it can only be roughly determined that there is no proteinuria, and it is not possible to fully confirm whether kidney function is normal (as there are no blood test results for creatinine and glomerular filtration rate provided). 2. Most cas...[Read More] Understanding Kidney Health: Common Concerns and Diagnostic Tests Explained
Is Your Back Pain a Sign of Kidney Deficiency? Understanding Symptoms and When to Seek Help
I'm not sure if it's kidney deficiency? Hello, I would like to ask the doctor about a situation. I previously worked part-time lifting heavy objects, and at that time, my posture was poor. After finishing the lifting on that day, I felt something unusual around my lower...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
"Kidney deficiency" is a term used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, commonly understood as dysfunction of the endocrine system, kidney function, or sexual function. However, from the perspective of evidence-based medicine, if you experience lower back pain due to liftin...[Read More] Is Your Back Pain a Sign of Kidney Deficiency? Understanding Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Which Medical Specialist Should You See for Severe Abdominal Pain?
Which department should I go to for medical treatment? If you experience severe lower abdominal pain during your menstrual period, and have already consulted a gynecologist for examination and treatment, but have recently started experiencing lower abdominal pain even outside of ...
Dr. Chen Qingbin Reply:
Hello: If you are experiencing discomfort while urinating, it is recommended that you consult a urologist.[Read More] Which Medical Specialist Should You See for Severe Abdominal Pain?
Could I Have Ankylosing Spondylitis? Understanding Symptoms and Diagnosis
Ankylosing spondylitis? Hello, doctor! I have been experiencing a low-grade fever for over six months now (around 37.5 degrees Celsius). I tested negative for HLA-B27, but X-rays and a whole-body inflammatory scan showed inflammation in both sacroiliac joints. My symptoms include...
Dr. Gao Jiankai Reply:
Hello, ankylosing spondylitis is more common in males. If HLA-B27 is negative, the likelihood of ankylosing spondylitis decreases further. Ankylosing spondylitis has specific symptoms, including lower back pain that worsens with prolonged rest, asymmetric arthritis, and some indi...[Read More] Could I Have Ankylosing Spondylitis? Understanding Symptoms and Diagnosis
Understanding Proteinuria in Teenagers: Causes and Concerns
Dear Doctor, why do I easily have proteinuria? Hello, I am a 17-year-old male. I have been experiencing proteinuria (+~++) for about a year. During this time, I have visited three major hospitals for diagnosis. I have undergone blood tests to assess kidney function and a 24-hour ...
Dr. Huang Yaoxuan Reply:
Hello, I am a nephrologist who relies on "tests (blood and urine tests, X-rays)" and "machines (dialysis machines)" to make a living... This is purely a joke (any resemblance is coincidental), but it does highlight the concerns of nephrologists and patients wi...[Read More] Understanding Proteinuria in Teenagers: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Inflammatory Back Pain: Is It Ankylosing Spondylitis?
Ankylosing Spondylitis Hello, Doctor! I would like to ask about my HLA-B27 test result, which came back negative, but X-rays show inflammation in my sacroiliac joints, approximately at a grade two level on both sides. Does this mean I have ankylosing spondylitis? Although I don&#...
Dr. Zeng Guosen Reply:
Hello, online user: Inflammation of the bilateral sacroiliac joints, combined with morning lower back pain, raises the suspicion of ankylosing spondylitis. However, it is still recommended to consult a rheumatologist for further differential diagnosis. Most patients experience li...[Read More] Understanding Inflammatory Back Pain: Is It Ankylosing Spondylitis?
Understanding Urethritis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Kidney Concerns
Urethritis and lower back pain? Hello Doctor: Since last week, I have been experiencing painful urination and frequent urination, so I saw a doctor last Wednesday. The doctor prescribed me two medications: BAKTER (CHEMIX) and PYRIDIUM (UROPYRIN) to take twice a day for five days,...
Dr. Wang Weijie Reply:
Dear Lele, Symptoms of kidney inflammation include pain, anemia, muscle weakness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite. The use of medications like BAKTER may have side effects that vary from person to person, potentially causing crystallization and resulting in lower...[Read More] Understanding Urethritis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Kidney Concerns
Understanding Fluctuations in White Blood Cell Counts: Causes and Concerns
Blood test Hello, doctor. I recently had blood tests done on January 23 and January 26, with white blood cell counts of 6200 and 8800, respectively. My white blood cell count has typically been around 6000. Why is there such a significant difference in the results over just two t...
Dr. Gao Jiankai Reply:
Hello, it is possible for the total white blood cell count to fluctuate within a few days. This is because some white blood cells adhere to the blood vessel walls, and when the body experiences stress, a mild cold, or pain, these adhered white blood cells can detach and return to...[Read More] Understanding Fluctuations in White Blood Cell Counts: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Your Health: Morning Urine Bubbles and Other Symptoms
Health Consultation In the morning, my urine is foamy, and it is usually yellow and cloudy. I frequently feel the urge to urinate, have lower back pain, and feel fatigued.
Dr. Wang Weijie Reply:
Dear Aron, In the early stages of kidney disease, there are often no obvious symptoms. However, if you experience the following symptoms, it is crucial to seek medical attention promptly, especially for individuals with hypertension, hyperlipidemia, heart disease, or diabetes. R...[Read More] Understanding Your Health: Morning Urine Bubbles and Other Symptoms
Understanding Sacroiliitis: X-Ray Findings and Clinical Implications
Regarding X-ray issues in sacroiliitis? Hello, Doctor. I have been experiencing chronic lower back pain and suspect it may be ankylosing spondylitis. Recently, I underwent a re-evaluation during my military service. I previously had a negative serum test at National Taiwan Univer...
Dr. Gao Jiankai Reply:
Dear Mr. Lu, Thank you for your message. The diagnosis of ankylosing spondylitis primarily relies on clinical symptoms and imaging studies, while serological tests serve as supplementary references. Therefore, if the symptoms are consistent and imaging shows abnormalities, we ma...[Read More] Understanding Sacroiliitis: X-Ray Findings and Clinical Implications
Understanding Mild Hydronephrosis: Should You Be Concerned?
Hydronephrosis issue I am 32 years old and have been experiencing lower back pain due to prolonged sitting. Concerned that it might be a kidney issue, I visited a urologist. However, the doctor indicated that the location and symptoms of my pain are more consistent with a musculo...
Dr. Wang Weijie Reply:
Dear Jenny: Hello, if other kidney function tests (blood and urine tests) are normal, it is recommended to follow up with a kidney ultrasound every six months to a year. If there is persistent severe hydronephrosis, further examinations such as pyelography and computed tomography...[Read More] Understanding Mild Hydronephrosis: Should You Be Concerned?
Understanding Left Lower Back Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Hello doctor, I am experiencing pain in my left lower back? Hello, Doctor Hsiao. Recently, I have been actively trying to lose weight and visited a traditional Chinese medicine clinic where I was prescribed herbal medicine for weight loss, reducing excessive heat in the body, and...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
There are many factors related to the content you mentioned. If you are already committed to a weight loss program at a traditional Chinese medicine clinic, please follow the advice and treatment of your TCM practitioner. If you suspect there may be an underlying medical issue an...[Read More] Understanding Left Lower Back Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Acute Kidney Failure: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Concerns
Kidney problems Hello, doctor. Recently, I have been drinking a lot of water, but the amount I urinate is very little. I usually exercise a lot and sweat a lot, but lately, my sweat has had a very sour smell, somewhat like ammonia. Additionally, I have been experiencing a dull pa...
Dr. Wu Jiyu Reply:
1. Regarding acute renal failure (acute renal failure, also known as acute kidney injury): It is essential to understand the functions of the kidneys in the body. The kidneys primarily eliminate toxins produced from protein metabolism (commonly referred to as uremia) and regulate...[Read More] Understanding Acute Kidney Failure: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Concerns
Understanding Right Side Lower Back Pain: When to Seek Medical Help
Pain in the right lower back? Hello Doctor: I often experience a dull pain in my lower back, and occasionally on the left side as well. The pain comes and goes. Which specialty should I consult or what kind of examination should I undergo? Thank you!
Dr. Zeng Guosen Reply:
Hello, online user: The causes of pain in the right lower back can be related to visceral issues such as the kidneys, ureters, or retroperitoneal problems. Additionally, differential diagnoses should include spinal, neurological, muscular, and fascial conditions. It is advisable ...[Read More] Understanding Right Side Lower Back Pain: When to Seek Medical Help
Could I Have Ankylosing Spondylitis? Understanding Symptoms and Self-Diagnosis
Is it possible to have ankylosing spondylitis? Hello doctor, recently I have experienced occasional heel pain after sitting for long periods (about over an hour). I previously consulted a neurologist, and X-rays revealed osteophyte formation at the L4 and L5 vertebrae, resulting ...
Dr. Gao Jiankai Reply:
Hello, ankylosing spondylitis often presents with chronic back pain, especially when the pain lasts for more than three months. This should be taken seriously. If the symptoms are only short-term, there is no need for excessive concern; however, if the symptoms recur or become pe...[Read More] Could I Have Ankylosing Spondylitis? Understanding Symptoms and Self-Diagnosis
Seeking Medical Advice on Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation from X-ray
I would like to inquire about the condition of sacroiliac joint inflammation? I have attached my X-ray of the pelvis and would like to ask the doctor if there is evidence of sacroiliitis. I was diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis approximately six years ago, with a positive HLA...
Dr. Zeng Guosen Reply:
Hello, based on the X-ray images you provided, it appears to show grade II sacroiliitis (I use "appears" because sometimes the transmitted images are not very clear). The diagnosis of ankylosing spondylitis requires two key conditions: 1. Bilateral sacroiliitis of grade...[Read More] Seeking Medical Advice on Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation from X-ray