Anil Reddy Anil Reddy Asked 7 months ago

What is the surgery for kidney stones?

My brother has been suffering from kidney stones, and the pain has been severe. The doctor mentioned he might need surgery. What are the common surgical procedures for kidney stones?

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Siddharth Khanna Siddharth Khanna Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Oh, kidney stones! Just thinking about them makes me anxious. There are a few types of surgeries, like lithotripsy where they break them with sound waves, or ureteroscopy where they go in with a scope. It depends on the stone size and location. Get a proper diagnosis first.

Pooja Deshmukh Pooja Deshmukh Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Kidney stones ke liye kai surgeries hoti hain, ho na? Jaise laser se stone todna (ESWL) ya chhota sa operation karke nikalna. Doctor dekhenge stone kitna bada hai, us hisaab se hi batayenge. Bahut pain hota hai isme, take care.

Amit Shah Amit Shah Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

There are primarily three surgeries for kidney stones depending on size and location: ESWL (shock wave lithotripsy), Ureteroscopy, or PCNL for larger stones. Make sure you go to a reputable hospital. Ask your urologist to clearly explain all options and what they recommend for *your* specific stone.

Rekha Kumari Rekha Kumari Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

For small kidney stones, sometimes natural ways help, like drinking lots of water and lemon juice. But if it's big or causing lots of pain, you definitely need to see a doctor. They have surgeries like ESWL or laser to remove them. Don't delay if it's severe.

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Rajeshwari Devi Rajeshwari Devi Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

For kidney stones, there are procedures like ESWL or sometimes proper surgery if the stone is big. This is a medical issue, so definitely consult a urologist. Like with my diabetes, food is important, but for a stone, you need medical intervention, not just diet changes.

Kiran Das Kiran Das Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

I can't offer medical advice, but I've heard of different ways they treat kidney stones – some non-invasive, some surgical. A friend had one removed with a laser procedure, and she recovered pretty quickly. The main thing is to get it diagnosed and treated by a specialist.

Sneha Reddy Sneha Reddy Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Kidney stones sound absolutely painful! From what I know, there are different procedures like using lasers or sound waves to break them, or sometimes even surgery to remove them. It's really practical to ask your doctor what options are best for your situation.

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Rajeshwari Iyer Rajeshwari Iyer Joined May 2026 5 months ago

There are different types of surgeries for kidney stones. It depends on the size and location of the stone. Your doctor will advise the best one. Hope you feel better soon.

Shruti Singh Shruti Singh Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Kidney stones can be so painful, just like some of my PCOS symptoms feel sometimes. There are a few surgical options, like lithotripsy or ureteroscopy. It's best to discuss with a urologist to understand which is suitable for your specific case, as everyone's body is different.

Varun Sharma Varun Sharma Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

For kidney stones, if they need surgery, it's often something like ESWL or Ureteroscopy. But prevention is also key! Staying hydrated and a good diet can help. Always listen to your urologist for the best treatment plan, though.

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