What do doctors do for kidney stones?

If the stone is under 5mm, doctors will give you smooth muscle relaxants and painkillers to pass it at home. But if it's larger, they use laser or shockwaves (ESWL) to break it up, or do a minor keyhole procedure. My tip is to get an ultrasound done first to know the exact size before deciding the path.

Hey, don't stress too much! If the stone is small, the doctor will just give you some tablets to ease the pain and tell you to chug lots of water. If it is stubborn and won't budge, they have super easy non-surgical ways to break it down. Just visit a urologist and they will sort it out.

Doctors evaluate the stone size via scans and might suggest dietary modifications along with medications to dissolve certain types of stones. I had to strictly cut down on high-oxalate foods like spinach and tomatoes on their advice. Make sure to consult a doctor to know what diet suits your specific stone type.

In my case, my doctor gave me some pain medication and a syrup to alkalize my urine, which helped me pass a 4mm stone in a week. They also advised me to drink at least 3 liters of water daily. It is best to let a doctor decide the treatment based on your scan report.

Doctors usually prescribe specialized medications to relax the urinary tract so the stone can pass with ease. Along with their prescribed treatment, practicing gentle yoga poses like Pawanmuktasana and drinking warm water can help soothe the abdominal area, but do consult your physician first.