How bad do kidney stones hurt?
My brother recently passed a kidney stone, and he said the pain was absolutely unbearable. I've always heard they hurt a lot, but is it really that excruciating? I'm curious about the actual intensity of the pain.
5 answers
7 months ago
Most liked
It hurts like anything, boss. People literally cry and double over from kidney stone pain, it is that intense. Don't sit at home tolerating it, get a scan done and drink plenty of water as advised by the doctor.
5 months ago
The pain is extremely severe, often starting in the lower back and radiating to the groin. I went to a top multi-specialty hospital when it happened to me; you must get an ultrasound and ask your urologist clearly about the size of the stone.
Powered by
Consult a neurologist
yrs exp
9 months ago
It can completely disrupt your work schedule because the pain strikes suddenly and is unbearable. Don't waste time on hit-or-miss remedies; go to an urgent care clinic, get a quick scan, and get the right pain management protocol.
6 months ago
My grandmother insisted on drinking barley water and banana stem juice, which are very soothing. However, for kidney stones, the pain can be very acute, so I immediately consulted a urologist for proper scan and medical advice.
Related reads
All articles
Bone health
Knee Hurt After Bending: Causes, Treatment, and When to Worry
Does your knee hurt after bending? Learn about common causes, symptoms, home remedies, exercises, and whe...
6 months ago
I panicked and thought my kidney was failing when I had that sharp side pain. But the doctor reassured me it was a small 4mm stone that could easily pass with fluids and medication. It hurts bad but it is highly treatable, so stay calm.