What are the symptoms or features of PUJ obstruction?
In adolescents or adults, PUJ obstruction can cause pain on in the side of the back, and the pain can be worse after drinking. Other symptoms include • kidney infection: high fevers, rigors, and pain in the loin • stones: pain, blood in the urine and infection Occasionally, PUJ obstruction is eventually found after tests are made because blood is in the urine. None of these symptoms are specific for PUJ obstruction and the symptoms may be caused by other problems. Therefore, more action will be necessary to make a correct diagnosis.
