What causes lower back pain on the left side?

Answer by  cindy (1484)

A common cause of left sided lower back pain is left kidney troubles including kidney stones and infection of the kidney. Appendix problems, on the other hand, usually cause problems on the right lower side of the abdomen.

Answer by  bubbyboy (9929)

There are a few things that can cause this pain. The pain may just be non specific back pain. Kidney trouble or kidney stones can cause pain in this location. A curve in the spine could be the trouble. If the pain presists or gets worse, see your doctor for evaluation.

Answer by  Redav (231)

Appendix is in right side (your right side) so it is cont. Kidney stone is a cause for lower back pain. You can consider also some accident or neuropathies.

Answer by  kitty63 (161)

Often time is you sleep wrong or have done heavy lifting you can get lower back pain. It is important to decide if the pain is from something internal or external.