How long before kidney stones pass?

Question

A friend of mine is in a lot of pain because of a kidney stone. He's asking about the timeline for it to pass. How long do kidney stones typically take to pass on their own?

Saraswathi Iyer · Accepted Answer

If the stone is small, like under 4mm, it can pass in about 1 to 2 weeks with a lot of fluids. I tried barley water and coconut water, which really helped me. But if the pain is unbearable or you have blood in your urine, don't wait for home remedies and see a doctor.

Rajesh Deshmukh · Answer

My 5mm stone took exactly 3 weeks to pass, and it was quite painful. The key is to drink at least 3 to 4 liters of water daily and take the smooth-muscle relaxants prescribed by your urologist. Keep a filter container to catch the stone when it passes so the doctor can analyze it.

Kabir Mehta · Answer

Bro, my stone passed in like 10 days, but those 10 days were crazy. I was just chugging water like there was no tomorrow. If the pain gets too sharp or you feel like vomiting, just go straight to the clinic for a painkiller injection.

Tanya Bhatia · Answer

Smaller stones usually pass within 30 days. I used my water tracker app to ensure I was hitting 3.5 liters daily, which really helped speed up the process. If it doesn't pass in 4 weeks, your doctor might suggest a minor procedure to clear it.

Amit Das · Answer

It can take anywhere from a few days to 4 weeks depending on the stone's size. Keep drinking fluids and take your prescribed medicines on time. Hope you get relief soon.

Deepak Murthy · Answer

Yes, smaller stones usually pass within 2 to 4 weeks. Drinking plenty of warm water throughout the day is the most effective way to help it along.

How long before kidney stones pass?

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