Pooja Devi Pooja Devi Asked 9 months ago

What size kidney stone is too big to pass?

My friend had a kidney stone that was too big to pass naturally. I'm curious, what size kidney stone is generally considered too big to pass on its own?

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Kiran Patil Kiran Patil Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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Yaar, actually anything over 5mm is generally considered too big to pass on its own easily. Like, 6mm or more? Forget about it, you'll need doctor ka help for sure. Even 4mm can be super painful, but the chances of passing are better. So, if it's big, don't wait for a miracle, go to the doc!

Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

Dekho, kidney stone agar 5 mm se bada hai toh uske naturally pass hone ke chances bahut kam ho jaate hain. Jo 6-7 mm aur usse bhi bade hote hain, unko toh surgical ya other medical procedure ki zaroorat padti hai. Dard bahut hota hai aise mein, toh time waste mat karo, doctor ke paas jao.

Disha Jain Disha Jain Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Hey! So, from what I've heard, usually if a kidney stone is bigger than 5mm, it becomes really hard to pass it naturally. Like, if it's 6mm or more, doctors often suggest other treatments because it's unlikely to come out on its own and can cause serious pain and blockages. Definitely go to the doctor for an ultrasound to know the exact size.

Karan Malhotra Karan Malhotra Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

My doctor explained that generally, kidney stones larger than 5 millimeters (mm) are unlikely to pass spontaneously. Specifically, stones that are 6mm or more in diameter often require medical intervention such as extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL), ureteroscopy, or percutaneous nephrolithotomy. It's crucial to get an accurate measurement via imaging.

Suresh Trivedi Suresh Trivedi Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Hello! While stones up to 4mm or 5mm have a good chance of passing naturally, anything larger than 5mm is generally considered too big to pass without medical intervention. For stones 6mm or more, surgical or minimally invasive procedures are often recommended by doctors. Always get an imaging test to know the exact size and consult a urologist.

Kamla Devi Kamla Devi Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Beti, kidney stone ka dard toh bahut bhayankar hota hai. Aam taur par, jo pathri 5 mm se badi hoti hai, woh khud se nikalna mushkil ho jaata hai. Ghar ke nuskhe chhote pathri ke liye hain, lekin agar bada stone hai toh doctor ki salah zaroor lena. Apni sehat ka khayal rakho, ghabra mat.

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Anjali Mehta Anjali Mehta Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Oh, kidney stones! 😖 Generally, if a stone is bigger than 5 millimeters (mm), it's considered too large to pass on its own and usually needs medical help like lithotripsy. Some docs even say 4mm is the limit. It's always best to get it checked by a doctor to know for sure! Take care! ✨

Sunita Devi Sunita Devi Joined May 2026 5 months ago

For small stones, some home remedies might help, but for bigger ones, you need medical help. If a kidney stone is over 5mm, it's generally considered too large to pass naturally, and anything 6mm or more almost certainly needs intervention. Please, if you have severe pain or suspect a large stone, see a doctor right away. Don't rely on just natural tips here.

Sanjay Sharma Sanjay Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Ah, kidney stones! Even the thought makes me tired. Anything above 5mm is usually a no-go for natural passage, my doc once told me. If it's like 6mm or more, you're looking at some 'fun' medical procedures. Honestly, my bladder is already overworked, I don't need these extra guests. Drink lots of water, people!

Meena Patel Meena Patel Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

A kidney stone that is generally considered too big to pass on its own is typically anything larger than 5 millimeters. Similar to how we manage thyroid with regular check-ups, with kidney stones, it's vital to get proper diagnosis. If it's 6mm or more, doctors will usually suggest interventions like lithotripsy. Don't delay seeing a specialist.

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