[19M] Experiencing severe back pain and blood in urine

What might be happening

Based on the information you've provided, here are some possible causes for your symptoms:

• Kidney Stones: These are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys. They can cause severe pain when passing through the urinary tract. Symptoms can include severe pain in the side and back, below the ribs, pain that radiates to the lower abdomen and groin, pain during urination, pink, red or brown urine (due to blood), and fatigue.

  • Treatment can include pain relievers, drinking lots of water to help flush the stone out, and in some cases, medical procedures to remove or break up larger stones.

• Urinary Tract Infection (UTI): This is an infection in any part of your urinary system — kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra. Symptoms can include pain or a burning sensation during urination, a frequent urge to urinate, cloudy, strong-smelling or colored urine, and fatigue.

  • Treatment typically involves antibiotics to kill the bacteria causing the infection.

• Pyelonephritis: This is a type of urinary tract infection where one or both kidneys become infected. Symptoms can include pain in the side and back, frequent urination, strong, persistent urge to urinate, and fatigue.

  • Treatment typically involves antibiotics.

What you can do

It's important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In the meantime, here are some things you can do:

1. Stay hydrated: Drinking plenty of fluids can help flush bacteria out of your system and may help prevent kidney stones.

2. Avoid dark sodas: You mentioned that your pain worsens after drinking dark soda. It might be helpful to avoid these drinks until you can see a doctor.

3. Over-the-counter pain relievers: Non-prescription pain relievers may help alleviate your pain temporarily. However, they should not be used as a long-term solution.

What you should look out for

Please seek immediate medical attention if you experience:

• Persistent or worsening pain
• Fever or chills
• Nausea or vomiting
• Difficulty urinating or extremely frequent urination

Remember, this advice is intended to be general in nature, and specific causes may not apply to your situation. Always consult with a healthcare provider for appropriate examination, testing, and care.