Can a patient with a large kidney stone take medications instead of undergoing PCNL surgery?

Question

Hello doctor,

I have back pain due to a kidney stone. I went to the hospital for a CT scan. My scan report suggests that I have a stone in my kidney that is 0.59 inch long. They have suggested me to undergo PCNL (percutaneous nephrolithotomy) surgery. Should I undergo surgery or take medications?

Answer 1

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The treatment options for a 0.59 inch long stone are: shockwave lithotripsy, retrograde intra renal surgery, and PCNL (percutaneous nephrolithotomy).

Answer 2

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I suggest you go ahead as you have two stones, so for single-stage clearance, percutaneous nephrolithotomy will be the best.

Answer 3

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I hope all stones were cleared. The foreskin will not affect the baby as sperms can emerge, but it requires treatment before it worsens. I suggest you apply Betnovate (Betamethasone Valerate) cream 1 % twice daily and gradually pull the skin back after two weeks.

Answer 4

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Usually, there is no bleeding, but it might get worse if left untreated and may bleed or cause pain and infection.