Mahesh Gupta Mahesh Gupta Asked 3 months ago

How long will my kidney hurt after stent removal?

I just had a kidney stent removed, and my kidney area is still aching. My doctor said it's normal, but I'm wondering, how long will my kidney continue to hurt after a stent removal like this?

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Rajesh Nair Rajesh Nair Joined Mar 2026 3 months ago
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Some mild spasms and kidney ache are normal for about 24 to 48 hours after removal. It should settle down quickly.

Vikram Singh Vikram Singh Joined Jun 2026 3 months ago

For most people, the soreness clears up in 1 or 2 days. Make sure you drink lots of water to flush out your system, but avoid any heavy lifting or gym workouts until the pain is completely gone.

Amit Chatterjee Amit Chatterjee Joined May 2026 3 months ago

Don't worry too much, that mild ache is just the ureter reacting to the stent being pulled out. It usually goes away within a day or two. Just keep resting, drink warm water, and if the pain becomes unbearable or you get a fever, let the doctor know immediately.

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Sanjay Sharma Sanjay Sharma Joined Jul 2026 3 months ago

Haan, thoda pain to hota hai starting ke ek-do din, ureter contracts after removal na. Just make sure you are resting well and taking the prescribed painkillers. It will get normal very soon, don't worry.

Rohan Joshi Rohan Joshi Joined Feb 2026 3 months ago

That little kidney is just throwing a tantrum because its roommate left! The ache usually lasts only 24 to 48 hours. Just keep drinking water like it is your job and you will be fine soon.

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Sarita Devi Sarita Devi Joined Jan 2026 3 months ago

The discomfort is temporary and should fade away within two days. Keep your mind calm, drink plenty of water, and rest your body. Take care of yourself and let the healing happen naturally.

Meera Patel Meera Patel Joined Mar 2026 3 months ago

I had my stent removed last year. The first day was quite painful with spasms, but by the third day, I was completely back to normal. My tip is to take your prescribed pain medicine right before the procedure if your doctor allows, and keep a heating pad handy.

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