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I have increased urination and bloody urine post-lithotripsy. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I had a lithotripsy procedure last week and visited the emergency room. At the ER, I was prescribed Pyridium to manage bladder spasms. I have only consumed three Pyridium pills, each on separate days. However, I have recently noticed an increased frequency of urination and what appears ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. Please assist me with a few additional details to enhance my understanding of your situation and to help us address your concerns effectively: Are you diabetic or hypertensive? What was the size and location of your... Read Full »
I have had flank pain with blood clots in my urine for the last few days. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have been experiencing flank pain with blood clots in my urine for the last few days. I consulted a specialist doctor and did a few tests. The urologist did not find anything conclusive. The initial diagnosis was that I had passed a kidney stone. The issue I am having is that the bl... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the reports you have attached (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), and I agree with the treatment they have given you. However, it is very uncommon for anyone to keep on passing blood with clots in their urine many days after p... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I had a kidney stone procedure yesterday, during which a stent was inserted. Right after leaving the surgery center, I experienced horrendous pain that was just as bad or worse than the stone pain. I was admitted to the ER (emergency room) last night, and a CT scan revealed damage and a ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, We welcome you to icliniq family. I am so sorry to hear about your troubles. Let me start by saying that things will get better, and you are not in a life-threatening situation. However, I need you to share a couple more details so that I can provide you with better advice: How large was... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I recently underwent a CT (computed tomography) scan, and here are some of the results: 'Kidneys and ureters: Punctate stone is seen in the upper pole of the left kidney. 2 mm stone in the lower pole of the left kidney.' No explanation was given for the pain, and I am still experiencing i... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq, and thank you for choosing us as your provider for health care. Have gone through all your details and appreciate your concern. Sorry to hear about your troubles. I cannot seem to access the full CT (computed tomography) scan report. Please try and upload the full thing... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I had three kidney stones on my right side. I passed the bigger kidney stone six days ago but yet there are two smaller ones that did not pass. I can still feel the pain that comes and goes from my right kidney along with some fever. I am drinking Meloxicam an anti-inflammatory drug wit... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would need some more details from you to understand your situation better. How big are the stones in size (each)? Did they do a CT scan or were the stones diagnosed on ultrasound? Are you diabetic? Have you had kidney stones previously or is this the first time? Hav... Read Full »
My kidney stone in the bladder is causing trouble. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have been diagnosed with a 0.196 inch kidney stone. It has made its way to my bladder. At the age of 16, I had three stones at once. However, now I believe I have an infection in my urethra, or the stone is stuck there. I have constant itching and burning sensation when I urinate. I ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is good that the stone has made its way into your bladder and is no longer stuck in the kidney or ureter. The stone of 0.196 inch will easily pass out of the bladder without getting stuck (if it’s not already passed out) as the female urethra has enough room to ... Read Full »
I have a kidney stone of 7 mm in diameter. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have a kidney stone of seven millimeters in size. Please find the report attached. Three days back, I had pain; now it is reduced. Please suggest the next course of action. Do I wait for it to go away naturally or go with surgery? Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on the size and location of the stone, there is approximately a 55 to 60 percent chance that you may pass the stone naturally with the help of some medications. However, there is no guarantee as many factors are involved, and even if you pass the stone, it may ge... Read Full »
What is the best treatment for ureteral stone removal?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a stone in my ureter. I am taking painkillers now and had a CT scan. What is the best solution to get it out? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. The odds of passing a stone by taking some medication are good. But, I suggest taking the following medications for ten days and repeating the CT (computed tomography) after one month. However, please consult a special... Read Full »
Why do I get pain in my right hip and numbness in my right leg, can it be due to a kidney stone?
Query: Hello doctor, I had hernia and lumbar arthritis pain four years back, took medication, and did not have any pain for a long time. I also get high uric acid twice or thrice a year. I will take Allopurinol, and get relief from joint pain, usually on my feet, within two days. Now I got a pain in my ri... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. A kidney stone pain does not happen in the hip. Instead, the pain usually starts in your loins, the side of your back, and radiates towards the front and the testicles. You will also generally tend to have urinary s... Read Full »