Anil Reddy Anil Reddy Asked 10 months ago

How often do kidney stones come back?

I had a kidney stone removed a couple of years ago, and my doctor warned me it could come back. It's making me a bit anxious. How often do kidney stones typically come back after treatment?

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Aparna Reddy Aparna Reddy Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Kidney stone recurrence is a significant concern. My urologist at Manipal Hospital always emphasizes that about 50% of people who have one kidney stone will have another within 5-10 years if preventive measures aren't taken. It's crucial to discuss with your doctor about identifying the type of stone and making lifestyle changes or medications to prevent recurrence.

Sanjay Kapoor Sanjay Kapoor Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Hello! Kidney stones can be quite a recurring issue for many. Statistics show that if you've had one, there's about a 50% chance of getting another within 5-10 years. The best thing is to drink plenty of water, limit salt, and work with your doctor to understand the stone type so you can adjust your diet accordingly. Don't lose hope, prevention is possible.

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Gopal Singh Gopal Singh Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago

Ah, kidney stones. My father used to get them. He always said once you have one, you have to be careful for life. It's true they can come back, sometimes within a few years if you don't take care. But drinking lots of water, controlling diet, it helps a lot. Don't be afraid, just be vigilant and listen to your doctor.

Divya Mehra Divya Mehra Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Look, if you've had one kidney stone, your chances of getting another are pretty high, like around 50% within a decade if you don't make changes. So, it's not a 'once and done' thing for everyone. You need to identify the stone type and follow dietary advice, especially increasing water intake. Be proactive.

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Anuj Sharma Anuj Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

When I had my first kidney stone, I panicked thinking it would be a constant problem. But actually, recurrence depends a lot on why you got it in the first place and what you do afterwards. Staying hydrated is a big one. It's not a guarantee they'll come back often if you're careful, so don't stress too much about it.

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