Anil Kumar Anil Kumar Asked 8 months ago

What does 7mm kidney stone look like?

My brother recently had a scan and they found a 7mm kidney stone. We're quite worried about it. Can someone explain what a 7mm kidney stone actually looks like, and what are the implications of its size?

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Rahul Kapoor Rahul Kapoor Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago
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I completely understand how terrifying it feels when you hear '7mm stone'. It is roughly the size of a small pea or a corn kernel, which sounds small but can cause immense pain. Try to take deep breaths, stress will only make your body more tense.

Sameer Sheikh Sameer Sheikh Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Bro, a 7mm stone is like a small Chana. I had one last year and the back pain was insane, literally couldn't stand up. It is a bit too big to pass easily on its own sometimes, so definitely show a urologist instead of just drinking water.

Meenakshi Sundaram Meenakshi Sundaram Joined May 2026 5 months ago

A 7mm stone is quite solid and requires careful medical attention. Since I manage my diabetes, I had to be very careful with my diet and fluids when I had a stone. Make sure you don't take random sweet syrups or juices without asking your doctor.

Pooja Hegde Pooja Hegde Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Let's be real, a 7mm stone is on the larger side and usually doesn't pass quietly. It is about the size of an apple seed but feels like a mountain inside. Get an ultrasound done and consult a proper specialist rather than waiting around.

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Vikram Malhotra Vikram Malhotra Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

A 7mm kidney stone is roughly the size of a blueberry. In my case, my urologist suggested a small procedure because passing a 7mm stone naturally can be highly unpredictable and might cause a sudden blockage while you are at work.

Siddharth Roy Siddharth Roy Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

I just got treated for a 7mm stone last month. It looks like a tiny, rough, spiky pebble on the scan, which is why it hurts so much when it moves. Do not ignore the pain, go to a doctor to see if you need medication to help dissolve or remove it.

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