Do you pee out kidney stones?
My friend recently had kidney stones, and she said the doctor told her she might pass them naturally. Is it true that you can actually pee out kidney stones, or do they always need medical intervention?
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4 months ago
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Yes, you can absolutely pass them if they are small enough. Staying extremely hydrated is key, and I always make sure to hit my daily water intake goals. Skipping soda and lowering your sodium intake helps prevent them from forming in the first place.
4 months ago
Don't believe these YouTube videos claiming you can dissolve and pee out massive stones in 24 hours with some juice. Small stones under 5mm can pass naturally with water, but anything bigger needs medical intervention. Always get an ultrasound and consult a doctor first.
8 months ago
If the stone is small, doctors usually give a medicine to relax the urinary tract so you can pee it out easily at home. Just make sure you aren't missing work days over severe pain; if it hurts too much, ask your urologist for a quick procedure instead of waiting indefinitely.
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8 months ago
Honestly, the experience of waiting for a stone to pass can be emotionally draining because you are always living in fear of the next pain attack. When it finally came out, it felt like a huge physical and mental relief. Be gentle with yourself during this time.
4 months ago
I am actually quite scared because my doctor said I have a small stone. Does it hurt a lot when the stone actually comes out in the urine? If anyone has gone through this, please let me know what to expect.