What do kidney stones look like in the toilet?
My uncle passed a kidney stone last week, and he said it was very painful. I'm worried because I've been having some lower back pain and I want to know what to look for if I pass one myself.
My uncle passed a kidney stone last week, and he said it was very painful. I'm worried because I've been having some lower back pain and I want to know what to look for if I pass one myself.
Honestly, they usually look like tiny brown or yellowish gravel at the bottom of the bowl. They can be as small as a mustard seed or slightly bigger with rough edges. My doctor told me to use a clean tea strainer to catch it so we could test it, which really helped identify the type.
I agree with Amit, they usually look like tiny dark pebbles or sand grains. Drinking coconut water really helped me flush mine out smoothly.
I totally get it, checking the toilet every time is so stressful when you are waiting for it to pass. They can look like tiny jagged brown crystals or even red-tinged specks if there is a bit of blood. Try to rest and don't take too much stress, this phase will pass soon.
They look like small, hard flecks, often dark brown or tan, easily mistaken for dirt. If you have a busy schedule, don't waste hours obsessing over the toilet bowl. Just book a quick lab test and get a sonography done over the weekend to get a clear picture.
They look like tiny brown or yellow stones, almost like beach sand! Keep drinking lots of water and lemon juice to help them slide out. You've got this, just stay hydrated! 👍
They basically look like angry little pieces of Taj Mahal that decided to take a trip through your plumbing. Sometimes you might not even see them, just hear a tiny 'clink' sound if you are lucky. Don't worry too much, just drink water like it is your full-time job!
Please don't wait around trying to spot them in the pot like I did. I ignored that weird back pain and blood in my urine thinking it would just pass, and ended up in the emergency room with severe blockages. If you are having pain, please go get an ultrasound done immediately instead of guessing.
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