Are kidney stones hard or soft?
My doctor said I have a small kidney stone, and I'm trying to imagine what it's like. Are kidney stones generally hard or soft in texture? This sounds like a weird question, but I'm curious.
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8 months ago
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They are hard, beta, like tiny pieces of gravel. In our family, we drank barley water (jau ka paani) to help flush them out naturally, which works for small stones. But if the pain is very severe, please do not rely only on home tips; go to a doctor.
7 months ago
They are very hard and solid. My teenager had a small 3mm stone last year, and it was quite hard when we finally saw it. Keep your child or yourself very well-hydrated, and always consult a pediatrician or doctor before giving any heavy medicines.
6 months ago
I always thought they would be soft like a gel or something, but everyone is saying they are hard. Does it mean they can actually scratch the inside of our body? That sounds very scary to me.
4 months ago
Trust me, they are rock hard! If they were soft like jelly, we wouldn't be crying on the bathroom floor. Just make sure to drink gallons of water so they slide out before they grow into actual boulders.
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6 months ago
Hard, bro. No doubt about it. I passed one last month and it looked like a tiny, sharp piece of stone. Do not ignore the pain, go get an ultrasound done so you know what you are dealing with.
5 months ago
They are extremely hard, composed of calcium or uric acid crystals. Don't worry, though, your body can pass them if they are under 5mm. Just drink coconut water, take your prescribed meds, and keep moving around a bit to help it pass.
4 months ago
They are hard crystalline mineral structures. Drinking plenty of water and practicing light yoga like Pavanamuktasana, with your doctor's permission, can help the body relax and pass small stones naturally. Stay gentle with yourself.