Can kidney stones move around in the kidney?
My doctor told me I have a small stone in my kidney. I'm wondering if it can shift places inside and cause more trouble. Will it stay put or can it actually move around in there?
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7 months ago
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4 months ago
Yes they definitely can move inside the kidney, and sometimes that shift is what suddenly starts the pain. Honestly, even if the pain stops, please don't take it lightly. It's always safer to get an ultrasound done to see exactly where it is sitting now so it doesn't block anything.
7 months ago
My grandmother used to say eating specific seeds makes them move, but actually my doctor explained that stones naturally shift with our body movements. When they shift inside the kidney spaces, it causes that dull ache. Better to follow the doctor's scan report rather than trying random posture changes to settle it.
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7 months ago
Ugh, same here! Mine was just sitting quietly for months and then suddenly decided to take a walk, which hurt like crazy. My doc told me they move around when they try to find a way out into the pipe. Drink lots of water to help it glide down smoothly.
6 months ago
According to my urologist, small stones can easily move within the renal pelvis when you change positions or exercise. If it stays in the kidney cup it might not hurt, but the moment it shifts toward the ureter, the spasm starts. He advised keeping a close eye on the stone size via annual scans.