Can endometriosis cause kidney stones?

Question

My doctor told me endometriosis can spread to other organs if not managed properly. I'm worried about kidney issues, as my sister had kidney stones recently. Is there any chance that endo can lead to kidney stone formation?

Preeti Iyer · Accepted Answer

Endometriosis doesn't directly cause kidney stones. However, endo on the ureters can mimic kidney stone pain, so you need an MRI or ultrasound to find the real culprit.

Saraswathi Nair · Answer

No, endometriosis does not cause kidney stones to form. But if endo blocks the urinary tubes, it can cause kidney swelling which is very painful, so please see a urologist.

Karan Shergill · Answer

Don't worry too much. They are two different medical issues, though deep pelvic pain from endo can easily feel like kidney pain. Just get a proper doctor's opinion.

Rohan Das · Answer

I was looking this up recently because my sister has endo and back pain. Turns out they aren't directly linked, but the symptoms can feel very similar.

Ananya Pandey · Answer

When I visited my doctor at Apollo, she clearly explained that endo doesn't cause stones. If you have severe lower back or side pain, ask your doctor for an abdominal scan.

Nikhil Kamath · Answer

As if having endo wasn't enough, imagining kidney stones too is a nightmare! Thankfully they aren't directly related, but both definitely ruin your sleep.

Vikram Sethi · Answer

There is no scientific proof linking endo to kidney stones. Don't rely on random internet threads, go to a proper clinic and get a urine test done.

Can endometriosis cause kidney stones?

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Consult a neurologist

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