Hello, thank you for sharing your concern. Regarding your kidney stones, kindly tell me the size of them or share the Ultrasound report, I’ll guide you accordingly. And till then take this prescription for fever, cold and pain-
- Plenty of oral liquids, 3-4 litres/day. - Tab. Bilastine + Montelukast at night × 7 days. - Syrup Ambroxol 7.5mo thrice a day × 7 days. - Tab. Paracetamol 650mg when pain occurs or temperature goes beyond 100.4 degree F.
If symptoms worsen, new symptoms appear, or no relief in 3 days, then visit your nearest hospital for physical consultation and tests.
Review after 7 days.
Regards, Dr. Nirav Jain MBBS, D.Fam.Medicine
Fever, cold, cough, and moderate back pain for less than a week could be due to a viral infection, but since you mention kidney stones, flank/back pain with fever can also indicate a possible urinary tract or kidney infection, even if urination has not changed. Fever with kidney-area pain should not be ignored, especially if you develop chills, nausea, vomiting, or worsening pain. Please consult a General Physician or Urologist urgently for examination and urine tests, and seek immediate care if fever remains high or pain becomes severe.
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Fever, cold, and cough together usually suggest a viral or respiratory infection.
Back pain can be from fever/body aches or from kidney stone–related pain.
⚠️ Important: If you have kidney stones + fever, it can be serious if there’s a urinary infection or blockage.
Get medical help urgently if you have:
High fever (>38.5°C) Severe or worsening back/flank pain Burning or pain while urinating Blood in urine Nausea/vomiting Fever not improving in 2–3 days
What you can do now (if symptoms are mild): Rest and drink plenty of water Take paracetamol for fever/pain (avoid excess painkillers) Warm compress for back pain Avoid dehydration (very important for kidney stones)
Because fever + kidney stone can mean infection, it’s safest to see a doctor for urine test and possibly imaging.
I trust this helps Thank you
Hello Thanks for sharing your symptoms. Just to clarify, are you currently experiencing all of these—fever, cold, cough, back pain—and you have a history of kidney stones? Or are these symptoms happening together right now? This will help me understand if your back pain could be related to your kidneys or something else.
Could you tell me if your back pain is on one side or both sides, and if it’s sharp or dull?
Thank you
Your symptoms (fever, cold, cough, and moderate back pain for less than 1 week with no urinary changes) most likely suggest a viral respiratory infection (common cold/flu) with muscle or body ache, rather than a kidney stone.
Because there are no urinary symptoms (no burning, no blood in urine, no severe flank pain), a kidney stone is less likely at this time.
Rest, fluids, and simple medicines for fever and pain should help. If fever lasts more than 3 days, back pain becomes severe, or urinary symptoms appear, see a doctor.
Experiencing fever, cold, cough, back pain, and kidney stones concurrently suggests a complex presentation, and addressing these symptoms requires a methodical approach. Fever, cold, and cough could commonly point to an upper respiratory infection. This often resolves with rest, hydration, and over-the-counter medications like acetaminophen or ibuprofen for fever and discomfort. However, if symptoms escalate or there’s difficulty breathing, it’s wise to consult a healthcare provider, as this requires more targeted treatment possibly involving antibiotics or antivirals if a bacterial or viral infection is identified. The back pain in conjunction with kidney stones could indicate renal colic, typically caused by stones obstructing the urinary tract. Managing kidney stones often involves increased fluid intake to facilitate passage, combined with pain relief measures such as NSAIDs. If stones are large or accompanied by severe pain, nausea, vomiting, or fever, these are red flags requiring urgent medical evaluation, as intervention like lithotripsy or surgical removal might be necessary. The critical factor here is differentiating the cause of the fever and back pain to prevent complications like pyelonephritis. It’s essential to stay vigilant for signs of infection, and any worsening conditions should prompt immediate medical assessment, especially if the combination of symptoms doesn’t improve with initial interventions. Integrating lifestyle adjustments, like adequate hydration and dietary modifications, can also reduce the risk of stone recurrence.
