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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 »
Query: Hi doctor, My latest report shows nearly 9 mm of kidney stones. The doctors suggested me to do the lithotripsy. So need some consultation related to this. I need to know is there any side effect, and is that possible to avoid this procedure? Impressions are, bilateral nephrolithiasis with large obst... Read Full »
Dr. Samer Sameer Juma Ali Altawil
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Left 9 mm proximal ureteric stone and three stones most massive at 7 mm in the left kidney. The stone density was 145 HU on the CT (computed tomography) report. The lithotripsy is the first option, and least invasive option of managing this 9 mm ureteric stone expecting g... Read Full »
Will radiation expsure during lithotripsy increase the risk of cancer?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 24 years old. I had my kidney stone removed a year ago for causing mild hydronephrosis at my right kidney. During the treatment, I was exposed to full of radiation, abdominal CT scan, lithotripsy, fluoroscopy, and another fluoroscopy during stent insertion. I am not sure how the ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are enough studies and literature which prove that though there is radiation exposure during CT (computed tomography) scan in the removal of kidney stone it is in low dose and chances of cancer do not increase. So do not worry about that. I do not think removing ... Read Full »
What do punctate calculi mean?
Query: Hello doctor, I had a CT scan today and two punctate stones were found in the mid-lower portion of my right kidney. I was advised they measured 0.03 to 0.07 inch. I currently have urologic issues of possible stricture near the tip of the penis. In addition, I have a lifelong urine flow issue where t... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Relax and do not worry. 0.03 to 0.07 inchstones in lower pole are very, very small in size. As far as treatment is concerned, they do not require any treatment like lithotripsy because they are very very small. Regarding precautions, you should take precautions to preven... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I have been having a feeling of abdominal discomfort or swelling on both sides for a couple of months now while dealing with kidney stones. I had an ultrasound scan three months ago, which showed a stone in the left and right kidney. I had lithotripsy on my right side about two and a hal... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for writing, and I understand your concern. I have checked your CT (computed tomography) reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), and it is suggestive of a small renal stone (3 mm) in the left kidney. The discomfort is due to renal sto... Read Full »
Why am I getting severe left-side stomach pain?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 29 year old male. I have a severe stomach pain on the left side. I went to the doctor and they did a USG of the whole abdomen. I am attaching the reports. Please help me. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You have a stone in your ureter (the tube-like structure connecting the kidneys and the urinary bladder), because of which you are getting the abdominal pain. Please consult a urologist u... Read Full »