Back pain can be a sign of this problem

Back pain is one of the most common health problems for adults.

But while it may often be related to a number of factors, physical strain, age, and genetics, to name some you should not always think of it as just a minor concern.

In fact, in some cases, back pain can be a sign of something more serious, like a kidney problem.

You can easily confuse kidney stones, where there is a collection of mineral deposits, or infections, where the kidney is fiery and painful.

Kidney, cysts or cancer may also be responsible for what you're feeling, and you may not even know that, Kosovar says.

There are several main ways to show what problem you might face.

You'll want to focus on where the pain comes from and where it spreads.

If it's a possible kidney disease, you can feel a sharp pain depending on whether it's a kidney infection or a stone, respectively, between your immediate back, and it will often pass through your lower belly, hip, and/or internal thighs, says Kosovar.

You can also feel pain only on one side of your body if only one kidney is touched, but it's not always like that. On the contrary, the general back pain usually feels lower on the back, usually hitting the legs.

Fortunately, a physical examination, urine test and possible scan T or ultrasound from your doctor can help confirm what your pain might be.