Dull, throbbing pain or pressure between the hips and ribs that appears intermittently can point to issues with the kidneys. The discomfort occurs close to the affected kidney or in the back or abdomen and can flare when standing, sitting, or bending. Typically, the pain occurs on one side of the body.

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