What is considered a large kidney stone?

I just got operated for a 9mm kidney stone last month. The doctor told me that stones under 5mm usually pass out with lots of water, but anything above 8mm is definitely considered large and rarely passes on its own. Don't wait if the pain gets unbearable.

Don't worry too much, dear. Stones above 6mm are considered on the larger side, but modern treatments like lithotripsy or minor laser procedures make removing them very simple and painless. Just drink lots of water and consult a good doctor.

I tried barley water, coconut water, and banana stem juice for my 5mm stone and it passed. But honestly, if your scan says the stone is 10mm or more, these home remedies won't break it. Save your time and get it treated by a doctor before it causes a kidney infection.

Anything above 7mm is quite large. Along with the medical treatment, you must look at your diet. Cut down on tomatoes, spinach, and high-oxalate vegetarian foods, and drink plenty of lemon water to prevent them from growing larger.

I was looking this up for my colleague. It seems anything over 6mm is categorized as large because the ureter is very narrow. If it is bigger than that, it has a very low chance of passing naturally, which is why doctors recommend medical intervention.