Prakash Reddy Prakash Reddy Asked 7 months ago

Can you get kidney stones from holding your pee?

I work long hours and sometimes I can't get to the washroom for a while. My dad always warns me not to hold my pee for too long, saying it can cause kidney stones. Is there any truth to this?

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Ananya Sen Ananya Sen Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago
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My doctor explained that while holding your pee doesn't directly create kidney stones, it allows minerals to crystallize because the urine sits in the bladder for too long. He said this also increases the risk of UTIs, which can lead to struvite stones. It is best to go as soon as you feel the urge.

Sanjay Kapoor Sanjay Kapoor Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Haan bhai, bilkul ho sakta hai agar baar baar urine hold karoge toh. Isse minerals jama hone lagte hain bladder me aur infection ka darr bhi rehta hai na. Jab bhi pressure aaye, turant jao, isme aalaspas mat karo.

Rohan Malhotra Rohan Malhotra Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Holding your pee is a terrible habit and highly unhygienic. It causes urine concentration, leading to both severe urinary infections and kidney stones over time. Go use the washroom when you need to, don't sacrifice your health for busy schedules.

Divya Nair Divya Nair Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I was actually reading up on this because I hold my pee during long bus journeys. Apparently, when you hold it, bacteria and minerals get more time to bond together, which can trigger both infections and stone formation. I will definitely be more careful now!

Sandeep Gill Sandeep Gill Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I used to ignore the urge to pee during my long office meetings and I ended up getting a very painful 7mm stone. It was physically and emotionally exhausting dealing with that sudden, sharp pain. Please don't do this to your body, health is always more important than work.

Pranav Shinde Pranav Shinde Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Actually yaar, holding it is super bad for your urinary tract. When you don't flush out your system on time, those minerals get settled and can turn into stones. So next time, just go find a washroom, don't ignore it!

Suresh Nair Suresh Nair Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

For diabetic patients, holding urine is even more dangerous because high sugar in urine can lead to rapid bacterial growth. This increases infection risk and can complicate kidney health, leading to stones. Keep your blood sugar in check and never hold your pee.

Manju Sharma Manju Sharma Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

Drinking fresh coriander seed water or barley water can help soothe the urinary tract if you have mild irritation. However, if you have severe side pain or difficulty passing urine from holding it, do not wait and visit a doctor immediately.

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Shubham Joshi Shubham Joshi Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

Yes, holding it for too long regularly can cause stones and painful infections. Please try to take short breaks and use the washroom on time to stay safe.

Arjun Das Arjun Das Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

I ignored the mild burning sensation while peeing and kept holding it during my field trips, which led to a severe kidney infection and a stone. I regret not taking it seriously back then. Please get a simple urine test done if you feel any discomfort.

Madhavan Iyengar Madhavan Iyengar Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Listen to the natural calls of your body with respect and mindfulness. Holding back what the body wants to release creates internal pressure and disharmony, leading to ailments like stones. Take care of yourself and live in harmony with your body.

Priyanka Patil Priyanka Patil Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

I used to do this so much during college lectures and ended up with a bad UTI. My doctor told me that holding it creates a perfect environment for stone-forming crystals to settle down. Please don't do it, just take a break and go!

Meera Krishnan Meera Krishnan Joined May 2026 5 months ago

My grandmother always used to scold us if we held our urine, saying it causes heat and stones. While that is traditional advice, my doctor also confirmed that urine stasis allows mineral crystals to grow. It is best to follow healthy bladder habits.

Kavitha Rajan Kavitha Rajan Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Don't listen to random people telling you that holding pee causes instant stones, but yes, it is bad for your bladder muscles and kidney health. For accurate medical facts, consult a qualified urologist rather than trusting internet rumors.

Aditya Verma Aditya Verma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I literally just recovered from a kidney stone last month and my urologist specifically warned me against holding my pee. He said concentrated urine is the main playground for stones to form. Since then, I drink plenty of water and use the washroom regularly.

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