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To think I should go to minor injuries?

232 replies

Forenspy · 03/02/2026 16:28

DH says probably nothing! I am a bit concerned myself.
These are my symptoms:
Random prodding pain in upper back
On Sunday evening, I was driving and I suddenly felt a pulsating, deep pain in the side of my lower back. This came in waves varying from uncomfortable to a sudden shock of pain which would make me groan out loud, for around 5 hours until I went to sleep. Since then, it has happened twice but only for around 15minutes at a time.
I have also been having stomach pain, almost like a burning feeling on and off.
I have felt nauseous on and off yesterday and especially today

Should I go, or will they tell me to bugger off and stop wasting their time?!

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MagicalBagPuss · 03/02/2026 19:12

Why not ring or look up online 111?

youalright · 03/02/2026 19:08

PinkSparklyPussyCat · 03/02/2026 17:58

Read the OP's updates, she tried to get an appointment and nothing until 25th

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She clearly didn't say it was an emergency and what it was for obviously they wouldn't of given her an appointment on the 25th if they had the details.

DeftWasp · 03/02/2026 18:54

GP here would send you to A&E for severe pain, I would call 111 and take their advice, but for severe internal pain A&E would be totally appropriate.

GrannyAchingsShepherdsHut · 03/02/2026 18:50

It sounds like gallstone pain, which can be an emergency if your duct gets fully blocked. The GP won't be able to do anything, you'd need an ultrasound to check for stones.

UTC would be appropriate imo. Not least because it might not be gallstones, and it's chest pain!

400rider · 03/02/2026 18:49

If you’re concerned call 111 and I’m sure the on duty doctor will give you advice. Otherwise pop into your pharmacy to get a one to one with the pharmacist. If they think there’s a problem they can fast track you through to your doctor.
Its not an A&E scenario and I’m sure you don’t want to be sitting there for hours only to be referred to your doctor

MrsBroccolini · 03/02/2026 18:49

Forenspy · 03/02/2026 16:52

Did you also have the usual burning wee sensation? I haven’t had that, so haven’t considered a UTI!

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Could be kidney infection

Unijourney · 03/02/2026 18:49

dreichluver · 03/02/2026 18:44

Please dismiss people trying to diagnose your symptoms. You'd be as well casting runes.

You have to call 111.

Hopefully they'll give you the advice you need.

Agree, the Op says she has anxiety already!

Call 111, don't panic, you have managed to walk the dog so it can be too debilitating.

dreichluver · 03/02/2026 18:44

Please dismiss people trying to diagnose your symptoms. You'd be as well casting runes.

You have to call 111.

Hopefully they'll give you the advice you need.

Bluemin · 03/02/2026 18:31

Sounds like kidney stone to me. Not sure the GP would be able to do anything anyway as you likely need an ultrasound.

CatNoBag · 03/02/2026 18:31

I had symptoms similar to UTI but, after about 5 rounds of antibiotics, it turned out one of my kidneys was blocked. I'd say better get it checked as soon as you can rather than guess. My GP surgery used to be useless for appointments (much better now thankfully!), but if you were first on the line in the morning you could get a same day appt.

Whattodo2024 · 03/02/2026 18:27

Sounds like gallstones to me, having had them and my gall bladder taken out. The GP can arrange an ultrasound to see if it’s full of stones

LiveToTell · 03/02/2026 18:23

Forenspy · 03/02/2026 16:51

My GP only sees you with an appointment! I will call 111

That’s normal isn’t it?

Electricsausages · 03/02/2026 18:19

I would say gallbladder/ stones pain is left, front under ribs ( mine was) OP yours sounds like kidney infection or stones, hopefully you can see someone tonight

NiceCupOfChai · 03/02/2026 18:17

It sounds like it’s improved from the weekend so why urgent tonight? Put a heat pack on it and contact the GP tomorrow.

watermybegonias · 03/02/2026 18:13

My money is on gallstones.

Nearlyadoctor · 03/02/2026 18:10

KimuraTan · 03/02/2026 17:18

@Forenspy Any saddle numbness on perineum? You describe needing to wee a lot. Any loss of bladder or sphincter control? Do you empty fully when you go?

I‘d ring 111 as I would want to make sure they check for possible cauda equina. This a serious condition. It’s a compression of the pudendal nerve. Please don’t leave it for more days.

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OP hasn’t said she needs to wee a lot that was a PP. I wish people would read the full thread especially when giving medical advice.

OP ring 111 and they can triage you, point you in the right direction or maybe just put your mind at rest . That’s what they’re there for . Even as a medical professional advice cannot be given over the internet. If you’re concerned and you know your body best, get it checked out.

stichguru · 03/02/2026 18:04

Call 111, but make sure you tell them what the GP said. It's not an accident or emergency, so shouldn't be A&E. It should be a GP problem, but given how far off a GP appointment is, 111 is a better option.

PinkSparklyPussyCat · 03/02/2026 17:58

youalright · 03/02/2026 17:45

Well since you've waited until the gp is closing you haven't got much choice. I never understand why people wait until weekends and evenings to suddenly decide they want something treating

Read the OP's updates, she tried to get an appointment and nothing until 25th

Parsleyforme · 03/02/2026 17:58

I have had similar with kidney infections. No burning pee but weird pains and then sudden high fever, chills, nausea, joint paint. But this thread shows it could be a number of different things, I would call 111. I have always been given an urgent GP appointment when I say I think I have a kidney infection but I would want to go somewhere tonight

justasking111 · 03/02/2026 17:49

ShakyFridge · 03/02/2026 16:43

I mean, you need to go somewhere. It might be your gallbladder.

Does sound like that could be the issue.

Justwingingit2005 · 03/02/2026 17:48

I had similar and it was IBS flare up.

TheJustJoker · 03/02/2026 17:45

GP first, unless things suddenly deteriorate-then 111 or AAE.

youalright · 03/02/2026 17:45

Well since you've waited until the gp is closing you haven't got much choice. I never understand why people wait until weekends and evenings to suddenly decide they want something treating

MajorProcrastination · 03/02/2026 17:45

Call 111 and they'll tell you where to go.

Meteorite87 · 03/02/2026 17:44

ShakyFridge · 03/02/2026 16:43

I mean, you need to go somewhere. It might be your gallbladder.

I wondered about a kidney infection with the intense back pain, but I am NOT a medic.

Definitely something to get checked as soon as possible.

The health facilities vary by region. 111 staff might be able to direct you to the closest suitable place @Forenspy . I hope you get some answers and treatment.

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