Ravi Shankar Ravi Shankar Asked 4 months ago

Can kidney stones cause diarrhoea?

My friend was telling me about his kidney stone experience, and he mentioned he also had severe diarrhoea around that time. Is it possible for kidney stones to cause diarrhoea, or was that just a coincidence for him?

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Kabir Mehta Kabir Mehta Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago
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Dude, yes! I literally had to miss my exams because my kidney stone gave me the worst diarrhoea ever. I thought it was just food poisoning, but the doc said the pain triggers it. Keep drinking electoral water, bro.

Ananya Iyer Ananya Iyer Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Yes, kidney stones can cause diarrhoea because of the intense pain affecting your digestive system. However, since diarrhoea can lead to severe dehydration which is bad for your kidneys, you must get it checked by a doctor for safety.

Devika Sen Devika Sen Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

When I was admitted for my stone, the doctor explained that the nerve networks for kidneys and bowels are closely linked, often leading to diarrhoea. Please ask your doctor clearly to give you a stomach-safe painkiller so it doesn't get worse.

Savitri Devi Savitri Devi Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Hello dear. Yes, kidney stones can trigger diarrhoea as the intense pain disturbs the normal function of your bowels. Please make sure to drink plenty of fluids like coconut water and visit a physician to get the right treatment.

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Pooja Patil Pooja Patil Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Haan na, kidney stone pain can make your stomach very upset, ho na. I also had bad diarrhoea when I had a stone last year. Please don't take stress, drink thoda light fluids and go consult a doctor.

Sanjay Sharma Sanjay Sharma Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

As if the stabbing back pain wasn't enough, kidney stones also decide to mess up your stomach. Yes, diarrhoea is quite common when the body is in shock from the pain. Just hold on, keep sipping fluids, and let your doctor handle it.

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